Cosmic Map Making - Exploring Similarities Between Cosmic and Everyday Maps

Explore the fascinating world of cosmic map making in this TEDx talk by Prof. Adrian Liu. Discover how cosmic maps share surprising similarities with everyday maps and delve into the intricacies of mapping the universe. Learn from an expert in astrophysics as he explains the intersection of theory and data analysis, with a focus on Cosmic Dawn - the period when the first stars and galaxies were born. Gain insights from Liu's journey from KGV alumnus to Associate Professor and William Dawson Scholar at McGill University, and his experiences at prestigious institutions like Princeton, MIT, and UC Berkeley.