February 28, Gravitational Waves

Gravitational waves were detected for the first time just a couple of years ago.  Already the information from the violent events which makes these waves is  giving us new insights into physics and astronomy.  Michael Snow will explain what a gravitational wave is, describe how they are detected, and report on the latest news: the discovery of where the heavy chemical elements in the universe are made.

We’ll be in the back room of Bears Place (1316 E 3rd St) at 6:30 pm. As always, Bloomington Science Cafe is free and open to anyone (over 21)!

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