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Webinar: The Scientific Magic of Total Solar Eclipses

When:
Thursday, April 27, 2023, 9:00 PM until 10:00 PM
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Non-DVAA Event
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The Scientific Magic of Total Solar Eclipses

Throughout the millennia, total solar eclipses have instilled fear in some people while inspiring others, as the Sun’s wispy corona reveals itself in fleeting moments lasting anywhere from seconds to under 7 minutes. The recognition that the Sun’s corona is the extension of the solar atmosphere into space, together with deep rooted magnetic fields which pop up in strange ways from the solar surface, is less than a century old. With this discovery, our nearest star has paved the way for understanding some fundamental processes in nature that shape not only our immediate environment but the Universe itself. The consequences of such an expansion can be awe-inspiring yet fearful in some rare cases. In this talk, I will lead the audience through some of the recent scientific discoveries and adventures across cultures of the Solar Wind Sherpas.
 
About Shadia Habbal
Shadia Habbal’s interest in total solar eclipse observations was triggered by the advent of the first digital cameras which could be carried into the field. Her goal was to probe the temperature of the expanding corona. Since her first expedition in 1995, she has led 18 others across remote areas of the globe with her group, the Solar Wind Sherpas. These unique observations have unraveled some of the secrets of the corona and the expansion of the solar wind.

Webinar Registration (Zoom)
NSN Members can register for this webinar at the following link. Once registered you will receive an automatic reminder shortly before the webinar begins. You may also wish to update and restart your Zoom software before the session begins for the best experience.
Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_D8MVT0-qQQStd8No8Icrqg

The webinar registration link will give you access to the live video webinar, as well as a backup call-in number and code in case your computer experiences connection issues. 

Livestream & Recording (YouTube)
The talk will also be streamed live at the YouTube link below. Please note that questions submitted via the Zoom QA feature will have priority over YouTube chat.
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-LXUtMoN6ys