Leiden Observatory - Cosmic Perspectives: Dutch Astronomy in Wider Society - Part 1: Radio Astronomy Bridges

<p class="p1"><em>Cosmic Perspectives: Dutch Astronomy in Wider Society</em> is a feature podcast that explores the beneficial impact of Dutch astronomy on society, from building positive international relationships to the transfer of life-changing technology.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p class="p2"> </p> <p class="p1">Join our host, science communicator <strong>Callum Griffiths</strong>, as he delves behind the scenes of some of the biggest astronomical endeavors in recent decades with those involved to uncover new perspectives.<span class= "Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p class="p2"> </p> <p class="p1">For the first episode we discuss about relationship building through astronomy from two influential researchers in the field of radio astronomy.</p> <p class="p2"> </p> <p class="p1"><strong>- Professor George Miley</strong> (Leiden University) recounts stories of astronomy building bridges between conflicting nations, and details his dream for providing a global citizen perspective.<span class= "Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p class="p1">- <strong>Professor Heino Falcke</strong> (Radboud University) details the benefits and challenges of uniting the world around capturing the first image of a Black Hole.<span class= "Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p class="p1"><strong>- Professor Ewine van Dishoeck</strong> (Leiden University) discusses the diplomacy and technology behind the James Webb Space Telescope. And…</p> <p class="p1"><strong>- Dr. David Prinsloo</strong> (ASTRON) discusses how the Universe really is the best testing ground for innovation.</p> <p class="p2"> </p> <p class="p1"><em>Cosmic Perspectives</em> is funded by the Dutch Science Council Science Diplomacy Fund, and follows the experiences of four renowned astronomers based in the Netherlands.<span class= "Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p class="p1">Host: Callum Griffiths</p> <p class="p1">Produced by: Callum Griffiths and Aoife Taylor</p> <p class="p1">Executive Producer: Prof. Pedro Russo</p> <p clas