X-ray Astronomy Courses and Certifications

Stanford Physics

IXPE: Our First Look Around the X-ray Polarized Sky

Explore the Imaging X-ray Polarimetry Explorer mission's groundbreaking discoveries in neutron star and black hole X-ray polarization, revolutionizing our understanding of high-energy astrophysics.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 8 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Raman Research Institute

Key Moments and Results from X-Ray Astronomy in India

Discover the evolution and achievements of X-ray astronomy in India through an insightful lecture exploring key milestones, research findings, and scientific contributions to the field.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 31 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Chandra Astrophysics Institute

Immersive year-long program offering hands-on astrophysics research experience using Chandra X-ray Observatory data. Develop skills in scientific investigation, technology, and collaboration while exploring various astronomical systems.

• MIT OpenCourseWare
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Analyzing the Universe

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Explore x-ray astronomy using NASA satellite data to uncover cosmic mysteries like neutron stars, black holes, and supernovae. Analyze energy spectra and time series data with DS9 imaging tool.

• Coursera
• 22 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Supermassive Black Holes and Strong-Field Relativity - Lecture 15

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Explore supermassive black holes, strong-field relativity, and X-ray binary star systems. Learn how astronomers detect black holes and discover the latest findings in astrophysics.

• YouTube
• 48 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Michel van Biezen

Astronomy - Telescopes

Explore telescopes, from basic principles to advanced technologies, covering refracting and reflecting designs, adaptive optics, interferometry, CCDs, and various types of astronomical observations.

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

APS Physics

NICER Mission: Exploring Neutron Star Physics and Astrophysics from the ISS

Exploring neutron stars with NASA's NICER mission: probing extreme physics, dense matter, and strong gravity from the International Space Station through soft X-ray observations of celestial sources.

• YouTube
• 39 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Materials Research Society

Materials for the Lynx Space Telescope - Adaptive Optics and Piezoelectric Thin Films

Exploring piezoelectric thin films for adaptive optics in space telescopes, their potential to unravel cosmic mysteries, and applications in terrestrial optics and space technology.

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

International Centre for Theoretical Sciences

Neutron Stars and Black Holes - Lecture 6: Pulsars and Their Properties

Explore pulsars, neutron stars, and their remarkable properties. Delve into the Crab Nebula's history, pulsar discovery, and radiation mechanisms. Gain insights into magnetospheres and electrodynamics of these fascinating cosmic objects.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 6 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

International Centre for Theoretical Sciences

X-ray and Microwave Cosmology: Synergy and Competition - Lecture 1

Explore X-ray and microwave cosmology, focusing on CMB interactions with hot electrons and their impact on our understanding of the Universe. Learn about cutting-edge telescopes and spacecraft.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Galileo Galilei Institute

Neutron Star Mass and Radius Constraints and Correlations to Dense Matter Equation of State

Explore neutron star mass-radius constraints and their connections to dense matter equations of state in this insightful astrophysics lecture by J. Lattimer.

• YouTube
• 57 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics

Magnetic Fields in Galaxy Clusters - Insights from Synchrotron and X-Ray Intensity Gradients

Explore magnetic fields in galaxy clusters through synchrotron and X-ray intensity gradients. Gain insights into astrophysical turbulence and its impact on various cosmic environments.

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

Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics

Evidence for Stellar-Mass Tidal Disruption Events: Luminous, Fast-Cooling Transients in Elliptical Galaxy Outskirts

Explore luminous, fast-cooling transients in elliptical galaxy outskirts as evidence for stellar-mass tidal disruption events with Matt Nicholl from Queen's Belfast.

• YouTube
• 32 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics

Pre-peak Emission in Tidal Disruption Events

Explore pre-peak emission in tidal disruption events with Xiaoshan Huang. Gain insights into stellar destruction by supermassive black holes and their luminous accretion flares.

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

Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics

Tidal Disruption Events: From Accretion and Outflow to Emissions

Explore tidal disruption events: star destruction by supermassive black holes, resulting in luminous accretion flares. Learn about accretion, outflows, and emissions in this astrophysics talk.

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