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‘How Eclipses and Transits Transformed–and Continue to Transform–Science’ by Dr. Doug Welch

Rm. 1A, Ewart Angus Centre, (NW corner hospital bldg), McMaster University Medical Centre

09/03/2024, 7:30 pm - TO 09/03/2024 - 9:00 pm

Organizer: The Hamilton Association (HAALSA)

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A graphic advertising a talk entitled, ‘How eclipses and Transits Transformed.’Free public talk presented by the Hamilton Association.

Everyone welcome.

Ahead of the total solar eclipse occurring on April 8, learn about the important roles of eclipses in history, physics and astronomy.

It’s more than a wondrous, if albeit short-lived, spectacle: eclipses of both the Sun and Moon have revealed a rich knowledge set about our solar system, and fundamental physics and have provided insights into the evolution of our Earth-Moon system.

Dr. Welch traces some of the pivotal research, e.g., related to general relativity and the “transit method” that informs our understanding of other planetary systems. Q&A to follow. ~1 hr. total.

See www.haalsa.org/lectures.html for parking advice/cautions, map and more details.