1934
Gravitational Lensing
Baade discusses possible astronomical consequences of gravitational lensing with Zwicky
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Baade discusses possible astronomical consequences of gravitational lensing with Zwicky
Zwicky states that galaxies could act as gravitational lenses and make relativity observable on cosmic scales
Fowler helps show how many heavy elements form in stars, complementing Big Bang nucleosynthesis
Teukolsky derives separable equations for electromagnetic and gravitational perturbations of rotating Kerr black holes.
Barish directs LIGO construction and organisation during its transformation into a major observatory
Thornes black hole and gravitational wave theory helps interpret the first LIGO detection
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