Stars in Time Part II: The Lives of Stars with Dr. David Koerner
How do stars begin their lives, mature, and eventually expire, and how long does this take? Answers will be illustrated with examples from visible stars in different phases of life. Lecture presentation will be coupled with telescope observations of prominent bright stars in contrasting evolutionary states.
- October 12, 2024
- 6:30PM–7:30PM MST
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South Rim Visitor Center Theater
Dr. David Koerner
Dr. David Koerner is an Emeritus Associate Professor in Astronomy and Planetary Science at NAU and an accomplished musician. He has conducted groundbreaking studies of planet-forming disks at NASA/JPL, co-authored a book on astrobiology, and developed innovative field courses combining astronomy and Earth history. He is a violinist and violist who performs with the Dark Sky Quartet and is also a featured pianist at the Grand Canyon Music Festival.