A Pathfinder Radio Telescope on the Far Side of the Moon

Watch a fascinating lecture from the ICTP-SAIFR Program on "Fundamental Physics meets Current and Future Facilities in Cosmology" where Hugo Camacho from Brookhaven National Laboratory discusses the groundbreaking concept of positioning a pathfinder radio telescope on the lunar far side. Explore the scientific potential, technical challenges, and astronomical opportunities presented by placing observational equipment on the Moon's surface that remains perpetually hidden from Earth. Gain insights into how this innovative approach could revolutionize our understanding of the cosmos by utilizing the Moon's natural radio-quiet environment, free from Earth's electromagnetic interference. Learn about the practical considerations, engineering hurdles, and potential scientific breakthroughs that could emerge from this ambitious astronomical project.