Our Expanding Universe - Measuring the Rate of Cosmic Expansion

Join renowned astronomer Prof. Wendy Freedman in this 59-minute Ryerson Lecture as she shares her personal journey into astronomy and explores the fascinating phenomenon of universal expansion. Discover the groundbreaking methods used to measure the universe's expansion rate through the Hubble Constant, and learn about the evolution of astronomical observation from early telescopes to modern technology. Explore key astronomical concepts including the Levitt Law, Microwave Background Radiation, and the significance of Red Giant Stars in cosmological measurements. Gain insights into major astronomical facilities like the Magellan Telescope and Las Campanas Peak observatory, while understanding their role in advancing our knowledge of space. Delve into cutting-edge topics such as Dark Matter and Dark Energy, and understand their implications for the future of astronomy. Experience firsthand the rigorous scientific inquiry that continues to shape our understanding of the cosmos through this comprehensive lecture from one of the field's leading observational cosmologists.