New Jersey Astronomical Association Courses

Aerospace Engineering at NASA: James Webb and Roman Space Telescopes

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Explore NASA engineer Elaine Stewart's work on the James Webb Space Telescope and learn about the upcoming Roman Space Telescope launch in 2027.

• YouTube
• 50 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Introduction to SIRIL - Astrophotography Software

Learn to process astrophotography images using SIRIL software, enhancing celestial captures with advanced techniques and tools for stunning results.

• YouTube
• 26 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The OSIRIS-REx Mission to Asteroid Bennu - 2024 Update

Explore the OSIRIS-REx mission to asteroid Bennu, its significance for planetary defense, and the latest 2024 updates in this engaging presentation.

• YouTube
• 45 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Why the Existence of Non-Human Intelligences is a Reasonable Hypothesis

Explore scientific perspectives on non-human intelligences and UAPs with Dr. Szydagis, examining evidence and hypotheses in this thought-provoking presentation.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Heavy Metal: How the Smallest Galaxies Impact the Life Cycle of Elements in Our Universe

Explore the role of small galaxies in the cosmic metal cycle, examining their metal content and evolution over billions of years using deep space observations from Hubble and ground-based telescopes.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Interstellar Medium and Galaxy Evolution

Explore the interstellar medium and galaxy evolution with Dr. Hannah Bish, delving into gas dynamics, star formation, and galactic processes.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 4 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Upcoming Solar Eclipses in 2023 and 2024 - Detailed Discussion

Explore upcoming solar eclipses, their physics, types, and safe viewing methods. Learn about 2023-2024 events across North America and get photography tips.

• YouTube
• 41 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Exoplanets and the Search for Life in the Universe

Explore exoplanets and the quest for extraterrestrial life with Dr. Schwieterman, delving into cutting-edge astrobiology research and cosmic discoveries.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 12 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Fictional Science of Science Fiction

Explore the intersection of science and science fiction with Dr. Rhett Allain, examining fictional scientific concepts in popular media and their real-world implications.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 4 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Fun with Mosaics in Astrophotography - March 25th

Explore astrophotography mosaics with Charles Bracken, covering planning, processing, and examples from 4 to 150+ panels. Learn techniques for capturing stunning wide-field celestial images.

• YouTube
• 51 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

PixInsight Astrophotography Workflow - Astro Photography Meeting

Explore PixInsight's astrophotography workflow, from cosmetic corrections to star extermination, enhancing your celestial imaging skills.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Easy Science with a Star's Spectrum

Discover how to capture stellar spectra without expensive equipment, complex software, or advanced math skills through hands-on amateur astronomical spectroscopy techniques.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 6 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Exoplanet Demographics - How Planetary Systems Form

Discover how exoplanet demographics research reveals new insights into planetary system formation through analysis of sizes, orbits, and compositions with astrophysicist Dr. Tyler.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 1 minute
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Great Comet Crash of 1994 - Shoemaker-Levy 9 Impact on Jupiter

Discover the dramatic 1994 collision of Comet Shoemaker-Levy 9 with Jupiter, exploring this historic astronomical event and its visible impact on the planet's clouds.

• YouTube
• 50 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Planetary Defense - Monthly Public Presentation 3/22/2024

Discover NASA's Planetary Defense Coordination Office and Near-Earth Object Observations Program with Dr. Kelly Fast, exploring asteroid impact hazards and response strategies.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video