Course detail: Astro- & Geophysics in Antarctica I

This is the first of a series of presentations that discuss the scientific opportunities offered at the coldest, driest location on the planet, starting with some history of the continent and a description of its physical characteristics. This will be followed by consideration of what has been learned about the universe and its evolution based oncurrent and future experiments.


Instructor Bio: Dave Besson, Ph.D., University of Kansas professor of physics and astronomy, is a failed rock-and-roller who migrated from Ithaca, New York, to Lawrence over 20 years ago and is currently ensconced on Mount Oread.


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Course pre-requisites
(required) Osher Membership Fee

 Session Information: OC27319H

Schedule: Every week on Tuesday, starting on 10/20/26 and ending on 11/03/26
Times: 02:00pm-04:00pm CDT

Instructors

Name Additional Resources
Dave Besson

Facility Detail

Osher Institute, St. Andrews Office Facility and Online
1515 St. Andrews Dr.
Lawrence, KS 66047

Cancellation Policy

A refund less a $5.00 cancellation fee will be assessed for all cancellations made in writing prior to 7 days before the start of the event. After that time, no refunds will be made.