Runnymede Library: Planet 9 from Outer Space!?

In January of 2016, astronomers presented evidence that a giant planet may be lurking far beyond Neptune, quietly waiting to be found. If it exists, 'Planet 9' would be the first solar system planet to be discovered in over 170 years, with all due respect to the fallen Pluto. In this talk, we'll examine the case for Planet 9, learn about the latest efforts to detect it and figure out if it is going to kill us all. Hint: no.

Presented by Dr. Matt Russo:
Having completed degrees in Jazz guitar and astrophysics, Dr. Matt Russo is now a postdoctoral fellow at the Canadian Institute for Theoretical Astrophysics and sessional lecturer at U of T Scarborough Campus. His research tries to uncover the inner workings of the disks of dust and gas from which planetary systems are born.

Who can attend: Everyone
Fee: Free
Registration: Not required
Organized by: Toronto Public Library
Location: 2178 Bloor Street West, Toronto, ON  M6S 1M8, 416-393-7697

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