Museum astronomer Rachel Smith interviewed about young stellar objects on Spacepod podcast

For immediate release ‐ January 25, 2021

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Dr. Rachel Smith inside the IRTF telescope dome

Dr. Rachel Smith tells us about her research into young stellar objects. These new stars are surrounded by a cloud of dust that may eventually become planets. Dr. Smith also explains why she thinks it is important to physically travel to telescopes when she makes her observations.”

Spacepod was created by planetary scientist Dr. Carrie Nugent, who says she wanted “to give everyone an inside look into space exploration.” She continues, “On the podcast I talk with an expert guest about their corner of the cosmos. Spacepod reaches listeners from all around the globe.”

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