Hubble Space Telescope Courses

The Universe of Dante Alighieri

Explore Dante's astronomical insights in "The Divine Comedy" with his descendant, astrophysicist Dr. Alighieri. Discover how the medieval poet anticipated modern cosmic concepts and view his masterpiece through a scientific lens.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 33 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Webb Space Telescope - Launching a Legacy

Explore the Webb Space Telescope's revolutionary capabilities, from its inception to launch preparations, and its potential to transform our understanding of the Universe through infrared observations.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

4000 Years of Women in Science

Explore 4,000 years of women's contributions to science and technology, highlighting their often-overlooked achievements and the importance of recognizing female creativity and genius in STEM fields.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

How Dark Is Space?

Explore the darkness of space beyond our solar system and discover evidence of an unknown universal light source with NASA's New Horizons probe and Dr. Tod Lauer.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Armchair Astrophysics, Volume 2

Explore everyday physics concepts and their cosmic connections in this engaging talk. Discover parallels between familiar phenomena and astrophysical observations, bridging the gap between our daily lives and the universe.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

How to Hunt for Distant Worlds

Explore exoplanet detection methods, from radial velocity to direct imaging, and learn about the history and significance of these distant worlds in our galaxy.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Hubble Space Telescope - From Cosmological Conflict to Alien Atmospheres

Explore the universe with Hubble: from cosmic expansion to exoplanet atmospheres. Discover groundbreaking results in astrophysics and learn about Hubble's unique capabilities driving diverse scientific discoveries.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 24 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Darkest Secrets of the Universe

Explore cosmic mysteries with Dr. GuhaThakurta: dark matter, galaxy cannibalism, black holes, and gravitational phenomena. Uncover hidden connections in the universe and contemplate the fragility of human life.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Shaping Galaxies with Supermassive Black Hole Winds

Explore how supermassive black hole winds shape galaxies, influence star formation, and distribute elements across the universe through observations and simulations.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 4 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Hearing the Light - Astronomy Data Sonification

Explore how sonification transforms astronomical data into sound, enhancing cosmic understanding and accessibility. Learn about Astronify tool and participate in an interactive game to identify exoplanets and stellar phenomena.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Sailing Across the Local Universe with ULLYSES

Explore stellar spectroscopy and the ULLYSES program, uncovering the secrets of young stars through Hubble's ultraviolet observations in our galaxy and beyond.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 19 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

'Oumuamua: A Mysterious Interstellar Interloper

Explore the enigmatic 'Oumuamua, the first confirmed interstellar object in our solar system. Uncover its mysterious properties, origins, and the scientific questions it raises about interstellar visitors.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Exoplanets - A Search for New Worlds

Explore the fascinating world of exoplanets, their discovery methods, and what they reveal about our place in the universe. Learn about planetary formation, composition, and the search for habitable worlds.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Cloudy with a Chance of Stars

Explore the fascinating process of star formation, from nebulas to galaxies, and discover the latest research in stellar genesis using advanced telescopes and observational techniques.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Unveiling the Cosmos - Key Inventions Behind the Modern Telescope

Explore the technological evolution of telescopes over 400 years, from simple stargazing tools to complex scientific instruments, and how they've revolutionized our understanding of the cosmos.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video