Leiden Observatory - Cosmic Perspectives Part 4

<p><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>In this episode we talk about technology & education’s direct impacts of astronomy to the world. You’ve heard of WiFi, haven’t you? Oh yeah. Sorry…</p> <p>Join our host, science communicator Callum Griffiths, 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> </p> <p>Today we interview past President of the IAU, Dr. Ewine van Dishoeck and former Vice President of the IAU Dr. George K. Miley talks about UNAWE.</p> <p> </p> <p><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>Host: Callum Griffiths</p> <p>Produced by: Callum Griffiths and Aoife Taylor</p> <p>Executive Producer: Prof. Pedro Russo</p> <p>Sound Production: Jesse Stoel</p> <p>Graphic Design: Aneta Margraf-Druć</p> <p>Made by Heliocentric Productions for Leiden Observatory with funding from the Dutch Science Council.</p> <p> </p> <p>We've added a new way to donate to 365 Days of Astronomy to support editing, hosting, and production costs.<span class= "Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p>Just visit: <a href= "https://www.patreon.com/365DaysOfAstronomy">https://www.patreon.com/365DaysOfAstronomy</a> and donate as much as you can!</p> <p>Share the podcast with your friends and send the Patreon link to them too!<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p>Every bit helps! Thank you!</p> <p>------------------------------------</p> <p>Do go visit <a href= "http://www.redbubble.com/people/CosmoQuestX/shop">http://www.redbubble.com/people/C