Nobel Prize-Winning Discoveries at the Center of Our Galaxy - Supermassive Black Hole Research

Explore groundbreaking astronomical discoveries in this 55-minute lecture by Nobel Prize-winning physicist Andrea Ghez, delivered to the Aspen Society in Los Angeles. Learn about the revolutionary research that confirmed the existence of a supermassive black hole at the center of our galaxy, transforming what was once considered purely theoretical into established scientific fact. Discover how Ghez's pioneering work using advanced observational techniques provided definitive evidence for these cosmic phenomena, earning her the Nobel Prize in Physics. Gain insights into the methodologies and technologies that enabled this monumental discovery, and understand the broader implications for our understanding of galactic structure and black hole physics. The lecture is introduced by Aaron Mertz, Executive Director of the Aspen Institute's Science & Society Program, and hosted by Michael Singer, CEO of American Elements.