The TOP 5 space news stories of 2023
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Published 2023-12-28
Saio et al. (2023; betelgeuse supernova imminent) - arxiv.org/pdf/2306.00287.pdf
NASA's OSIRIS-REx analysis plan - arxiv.org/pdf/2308.11794.pdf
Labbé et al. (2023; JWST's over massive galaxies) - arxiv.org/pdf/2207.12446.pdf
Madhusudhan et al. (2023; K2-18b dimethylsulfide claims) - arxiv.org/pdf/2309.05566.pdf
NanoGrav research papers - nanograv.org/news/15yrRelease
EPTA & InPTA research papers - www.epta.eu.org/epta-dr2.html
Parkes PTA research papers - www.atnf.csiro.au/research/pulsar/ppta/#section0
Chinese PTA research papers - iopscience.iop.org/article/10.1088/1674-4527/acdfa…
My previous video about Betelgeuse - • New study claims Betelgeuse supernova...
My previous video about the Euclid Space Telescope - • The Euclid Space Telescope: tackling ...
My previous video explaining the first science images from Euclid - • The first SCIENCE IMAGES from the Euc...
My previous video explaining what tests NASA will do with the material from OSIRIS-REx - • What's next for OSIRIS-REx? | What te...
My previous videos on JWST's overmasive galaxies problem - • JWST overmassive galaxies problem
My previous video on JWST's K2-18b observations - • Did JWST find a MARKER OF LIFE in an ...
My previous video explaining the gravitational wave detection using pulsar timing arrays - • Astrophysicist explains big GRAVITATI...
My short video explaining how the PTA discovery was made possible knowing the precise position of Jupiter - • Why Jupiter made the new gravitationa...
00:00 - Introduction
00:28 - NUMBER 5
02:21 - NUMBER 4
05:16 - NUMBER 3
06:27 - NUMBER 2
08:44 - Honourable Mention
10:10 - NUMBER 1
12:49 - Final ranking
13:00 - Bloopers
Video filmed on a Sony ⍺7 IV
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👩🏽💻 I'm Dr. Becky Smethurst, an astrophysicist at the University of Oxford (Christ Church). I love making videos about science with an unnatural level of enthusiasm. I like to focus on how we know things, not just what we know. And especially, the things we still don't know. If you've ever wondered about something in space and couldn't find an answer online - you can ask me! My day job is to do research into how supermassive black holes can affect the galaxies that they live in. In particular, I look at whether the energy output from the disk of material orbiting around a growing supermassive black hole can stop a galaxy from forming stars.
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All Comments (21)
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There's a REASON why, given a choice of two new videos, I choose Dr Becky. Your enthusiasm is obvious, as is your ability to explain complexities to us non-physicist types.
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If Betelgeuse is going to blow its top, let it be soon. I am nearly 72 and would dearly love to see this happen.
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It is people like Dr. Becky that are making science accessible to the public. Explaining things in an understandable way to the average person. Keep up the great work and have a good 2024 Dr. Becky.
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At 3:04 you forgot to edit out a couple of attempts to say "when the survey is done" and I thought I was trapped in a glitch of the matrix listening to you repeat that line 3 times 😂 your videos are absolutely awesome, by the way, you're my favourite astrophysics youtuber and one of the best science communicators out there
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Oh to be alive to witness Betelgeuse go supernova!! To be part of that select lucky few of humanity fortunate enough to see such a cosmic gift......I live in constant hope. 🤞
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One detail that is usually over looked in the OSIRIS-REx story is that Brian May, or to include his titles Doctor Sir Brian May and the lead guitarist of Queen (possibly one of the UK's greatest bands), helped produce the 3d model of the asteroid that enabled NASA to pinpoint the slap location. As an old Queen fan, it was awesome to see Brian May return to his astrophysics roots after Freddy's passing. It is amazing to see May's work still contributing at the top levels regardless of the field.
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The 3rd highest energetic particle detection is one of my most favourite discoveries of this year.
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I love how you point out exactly why a discovery is interesting by outlining the possible ramnifications. Have a great new year!
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Dr Becky makes Astrophysics fun and interesting. She also breaks things down to get a very cursory understanding on various topics. She is the ONLY astrophysicist I follow. 😊❤
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Doctor Becky, after reading books by Green, Hawking, Hertog and Kaku I recently read you book on Black Holes. Loved it. My wife has tried reading some of the books I've read and couldn't get through them but has started your book. Thanks for bringing us together.
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Betelgeuse going supernova would be fantastic to see. Almost as good as looking forward to another year of great videos from the world’s most enthusiastic Astrophysicist. I hope you have a great new year
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I always look forward to your interesting and informative videos. As a bonus, your enthusiasm is infectious and you never fail to bring a smile to my face.
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Dr Becky, you're a gem! Thank you so much for reporting on space news in 2023. Please keep up the good work in 2024 as well. It'll be a great year. I can feel it.
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As little as I understand it does not take away from my love of this channel, it is just so intriguing.
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Dr. Becky as always we thank you for your diligence in bringing your professional viewpoint and time in the making of these videos! A gift that keeps on giving! 😀
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What a year this has been for Dr. Becky and the whole universe in hand.!!
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Merry Christmas and a happy new year Dr. Becky... always a pleasure!
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I absoluetly LOVE the way you explain things with so much enthusiasm ! I am addicted to astronomy, astrophysics (the part I am able to understand). And, if I was not much too old, I would secretly love your smile ;) Happy new year to you and to all the people sharing my love for your videos !
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HAPPY NEW YEAR, DR BECKY !!!!! Looking forward to much more great information from you in '24 !!! Thank you !!!!!!
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Thanks Dr B, the world needs more science communicators like yourself. Passion, enthusiasm, and authenticity.
