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Dark Energy - How to observe the invisible - SOLD OUT

Claire Poppett

Dr. Claire Poppett is a researcher in astrophysics at the UC Berkeley Space Sciences Laboratory who specializes in Astronomical Instrumentation. She is particularly motivated to research and develop new technical solutions that are necessary to build the next generation of astronomical instruments in order to answer the big questions about our universe. Claire studied at Durham University in the UK before moving to Berkeley, CA. In her spare time she enjoys hiking, climbing, and any other activity that involves being outside, especially when it includes being with her two young children.

The event activities include:

  • Astronomy talk by "star" scientists
  • Viewing through the historic 36-inch Great Lick Refractor telescope
  • Viewing through the 40-inch Nickel Reflector telescope
  • Fascinating history talk about Lick Observatory
  • After-hours gift shop access
  • Astronomy discussions with amateur astronomers and viewing through small telescopes

Speaker: Claire Poppett, UC Berkeley

Saturday, 08/24/24

Contact:

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Cost:

$29 General

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Lick Observatory

7299 Mt. Hamilton Rd
 Mt. Hamilton, CA 95140


Phone: 408-274-5061
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