NSF NOIRLab, funded by the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF), has released the fulldome planetarium show, Messengers of Time and Space. This free-to-download production brings the combination of the International Gemini Observatory, funded in part by NSF and operated by NSF NOIRLab, and NSF–DOE Vera C. Rubin Observatory, funded by NSF and the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Office of Science and jointly operated by NOIRLab and DOE’s SLAC, to the forefront of humanity’s quest to understand our ever-changing cosmos. This podcast discusses the production process of this planetarium show and tells listeners where how they can view the show.

 

Bios: 

- Rob Sparks is in the Communications, Education and Engagement group at NSF’s NOIRLab in Tucson, Arizona.

- Peter Michaud is a member of the Communications, Education and Engagement group at Gemini Observatory in Hawaii.

- Ron Proctor is an experienced science communicator and immersive media producer specializing in astronomy data visualization. With a background in planetarium education and a deep knowledge of Blender, Ron transforms complex scientific discoveries into compelling visual experiences for planetarium domes, Science on a Sphere, media releases and public outreach. Currently at NSF NOIRLab, Ron leads the creation of 360º content and tools that bring cutting-edge research to general audiences. Ron's work bridges the gap between scientists and the public, driven by a passion for storytelling, education, and technological innovation.

 

Links:

NOIRLab Press Release: https://noirlab.edu/public/news/noirlab2518/ 

Messengers Of Space And Time Download: https://noirlab.edu/public/videos/messengers/ 

NOIRLab social media channels can be found at

https://www.facebook.com/NOIRLabAstro

https://twitter.com/NOIRLabAstro

https://www.instagram.com/noirlabastro/

https://www.youtube.com/noirlabastro

 

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