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How we found gravitational waves
Science, Maths & Technology

How we found gravitational waves

...astronomy, and science. How we made the discovery The discovery dates back to last September, when two giant measuring devices in different parts of the US called LIGO (Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory) caught a passing gravitational wave from the collision of two massive black holes in a faraway galaxy. LIGO is what we call an interferometer,...
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Clavius - a lunar mystery
Science, Maths & Technology

Clavius - a lunar mystery

...course, is well known as one of the more colourful characters in the history of astronomy and as one of the greatest of the pre-telescopic observers. Tycho’s detailed observations of the position of Mars, meticulously recorded over many years in the latter part of the 16th century, were used by Kepler in developing his laws of planetary motion. It is completely...
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David Hume: 18th Century Philosopher
History & The Arts

David Hume: 18th Century Philosopher

...Open University course A222 Exploring philosophy... Hume: An introduction Nigel Warburton talks about David Hume. Hume's theory of the self Nigel Warburton talks to Simon Blackburn about David Hume's theory of the self. Hume's discussion of the argument from design Timothy Chappell and Peter Kail discuss Hume on design. Hume's argument against miracles Peter Kail and...
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The Rainbow analysed
Science, Maths & Technology

The Rainbow analysed

...Open University course MU120 Open mathematics... The rainbow analysed introduction The rainbow analysed introduction Aristotle's theory In about 300BC Greek philosopher Aristotle proposed a theory to why the rainbow has such a specific shape. A full circle rainbow? Aristotle's model also tells us that if we are high enough we can see the full rainbow circle. This is often...
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I-Spy: Episode 4
Health, Sports & Psychology

I-Spy: Episode 4

...has ‘crossed the line’ and sets up a meeting with Minnie...Transcript • What do you think about Oliver deciding to meet Minnie after his ‘discovery’ about Rihanna? • Is it OK to develop a strong emotional relationship with someone who is not your partner? Try a FREE course on some of the themes related to infidelity Take it further with The Open University...
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50 years of sport and fitness
Health, Sports & Psychology

50 years of sport and fitness

...Open University celebrates its 50th year, discover how sport and fitness has rapidly developed since 1969. In this series of articles, we look back at the advances made in technology and sports medicine, successes of British sportswomen, world records and changes in various sports and fitness activites...Discover how sport has changed in the past 50 years Now take a free...
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Claudia Hammond on BBC All in the Mind, Mental Health and Psychology
Health, Sports & Psychology

Claudia Hammond on BBC All in the Mind, Mental Health and Psychology

...about what got her interested in mental health, psychology and the mind in this exclusive interview ...Transcript Did you know All in the Mind is co-produced by The Open University? Check out our All in the Mind page to find out more about the series and get additional FREE content on mental health and the mind. Interested in mental health or psychology? Try a FREE course...
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Sustainability
Education & Development

Sustainability

...Open and Cross-curricular Innovation team. The reason why I really like YXM130 is the flexibility, allowing you to study what interests you from a wide range of subject areas. I have always been a keen environmentalist and been fortunate to support and work alongside the OU academics who author the Environment curriculum. In the current climate emergency, I have selected...
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