The Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI) is helping scientists to produce the largest and most comprehensive map of galaxies ever seen. This map is then being used by cosmologists to understand the growth of the Universe over cosmic time. In this month’s KPL astronomy talk, Dustin Lang will discuss the technology behind this innovative experiment, and how these advances have allowed cosmologists to make insights that change our view of the Universe.
Dr. Dustin Lang is a computer scientist at the Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics. Dustin works at the intersection of computer science and astronomy, developing tools to analyze the massive amounts of data produced in astronomical surveys. In his spare time, you can often find Dustin rock climbing with his family.
For questions about this program, please email: joseph.brannan@kpl.org.