Astrophiz 160 - CSIRO ASKAP RECAP

Astronomy Astrophiz Podcasts

Astrophiz 160: CSIRO-ASKAP Recap: The journey so far with Australia’s newest radio telescope Australia's ASKAP (Australian SKA Pathfinder) radio telescope array has had an amazing decade since first light, breaking records, receiving awards and finding new objects, all whilst still in its pilot phase. In this fabulous episode you will hear from the scientists using ASKAP every day to conduct groundbreaking research to further their studies, and from those working to shape ASKAP into a truly remarkable national facility and international resource. You will discover how this Earth-based telescope assists astronomers in ways we didn't know was possible a decade ago. As a precursor instrument to the SKA project - what will be continent spanning arrays comprising the largest telescope the world has ever seen - the lessons we've learnt from ASKAP are informing the next stages of radio astronomy. This program is hosted by Rachel Rayner, whose enviable job is to bring you the best stories about the telescopes that make up the Australian Telescope National Facility. You will hear from four wonderful speakers working with ASKAP. Dr Karen Lee-Waddell, Director, Australian SKA Regional Centre Dr Tessa Vernstrom, Senior Research Fellow, ICRAR/UWA Prof Tara Murphy, Chair of the ATNF Steering Committee Dr Vanessa Moss, Head of ASKAP Science Operations, CSIRO