Dr. Heidi B. Hammel is Vice President of Science at AURA, Inc., the organization overseeing iconic telescopes like the Hubble Space Telescope and James Webb Space Telescope (JWST).

Join us as we delve into:

• The evolving understanding of solar systems and the intriguing concept of planetary migration over recent decades.
• Exciting revelations about Jupiter and unexpected insights into Uranus, Neptune, and beyond.
• Unraveling the interplay between telescope sensitivity and resolution, unlocking the ability to observe the faintest galaxies.
• Behind-the-scenes insights into the design and functionality of the groundbreaking JWST.

Dr. Hammel shares her visionary work on the upcoming telescope, the Habitable Worlds Observatory Telescope, and its potential role in discovering evidence of extraterrestrial life. Explore the distinctions between JWST and the next-generation telescope, uncovering its unique capabilities.

Gain insights into the current status of the 30-year-old Hubble Space Telescope – how it perseveres today and its anticipated future.

Are we on the brink of being the first generation to unearth evidence of life beyond Earth? Discover the pioneering efforts of Dr. Hammel and the AURA team that could lead the way.

Press play to embark on this captivating celestial odyssey, and for more astronomical wonders, visit Home – AURA Astronomy.

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