Dr. Josh Dillon, Post-Doctoral Researcher, Astronomy Department, UC Berkeley
The Largest 3D Maps of Our Universe
The last century has seen a revolution in our understanding of the cosmos, including its age—13.8 billion years—and content: 95% dark matter & dark energy; 5% normal matter! To test cosmology theories and to grasp how stars and galaxies formed, UC Berkeley collaborates world-wide to make huge 3D maps of hydrogen, the most abundant cosmic element.
Print a Astronomy Program Parking Pass
Dress appropriately, it can be cold in the evenings on the mountain
Bring a flashlight to help navigate your way from the theater to the telescopes and cars
IF the weather is questionable the day of the event, call our hotline: 415-455-5370 after 3:30pm. Any cancellations will be posted. Note that cloudy weather and/or high winds may prevent observing through the telescopes, but generally don’t stop the lectures. Talks are cancelled only for rain or fire danger.
