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SUMMARY:General Meeting – Vera C. Rubin: From Astronomer to Observatory
DESCRIPTION:PRESENTATION: Vera C. Rubin: From Astronomer to Observatory\nThe Vera C. Rubin Observatory, which went online last summer, will change our understanding of the universe. What is the mission of this innovative observatory and the largest camera ever constructed? Who was Vera Rubin, and why was she important in astronomy? Find out in this talk about the trailblazing astronomer and the revolutionary observatory named after her.\nOUR PRESENTER: KaChun Yu, Gates Planetarium\nKaChun Yu joined the Denver Museum of Nature & Science as part of a team tasked to create planetarium software to visualize the known universe. Since then, he has helped produce planetarium movies, advised on science content in museum exhibits, and participated in extensive education and public outreach. His research interests include teaching astronomy with digital planetariums, the use of storytelling in education, and the evolution of young star clusters.\n* * * * *\nOpen to members and non-members alike, the Monthly General Meetings feature club announcements, member observing reports, and a headline guest speaker. Speakers typically hail from one of Colorado’s many science or technical organizations and share their experiences on a wide range of astronomy topics.\nLocation:\nIn-person at the Secular Hub (254 N. Knox Ct., Denver, CO 80219).\nMeeting attendees are welcome to arrive at Secular Hub starting at 6:30 p.m.\n
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LOCATION:254 N. Knox Ct., Denver, CO 80219
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