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SoT Special 013 – Gravitational Waves and Cosmic Inflation

March 24, 2014
Tagged as: astronomy, astrophysics, BICEP2, big bang, big bang theory, cosmic inflation, cosmology, gravitational waves, gravity, inflation, universe

Described as “the biggest thing since dark energy”, the recent detection of gravitational waves from the afterglow of the big bang confirms a significant theory in cosmology. Astronomer Dr. Alan Duffy joins us to explain it all.

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Great Show
September 6, 2012 by Volk613 from Australia
Always informative, often entertaining. Great selection of regulars with a variety of interests and expertise. Also great guests with and Australian focus.
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