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Taking the twinkle out of your eye
Stars twinkle because their light has to pass through Earth's turbulent atmosphere. Scientists get a much clearer view by launching telescopes past our atmosphere and into space. Traditionally, this is done with a satellite, but new experimental techniques might allow us to transport telescopes using giant balloons, at a fraction of the cost. What have we already learnt from these space-based telescopes and what will future telescopes tell us about the best kept secrets in the Universe?
18.30-20.00
The Royal Society, 6-9 Carlton House Terrace, London SW1Y 5AG
Mon 20 Oct 2014
Website:
royalsociety.org/
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