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Nick Cowan on Exoplanets
January 12, 2021
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Astronomer Nick Cowan takes us through the galaxy discovering extra solar planets or exoplanets. He also shares why he became an astronomer (hint: it has to do with impressing peopel at dinner parties!).
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