Gravitational waves have officially been detected by LIGO!

LIGO's First Detection of Gravitational Waves! PBS Space Time

Premiered February 11, 2016
LIGO's First Detection of Gravitational Waves!

Over 100 years after Einstein proposed his theory of general relativity, we are proud to announce that his final major prediction has been verified! Gravitational waves have officially been detected by LIGO! This is a huge deal and an exciting new step in understanding our universe.

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PBS Space Time

PBS Space Time explores the outer reaches of space, the craziness of astrophysics, the possibilities of sci-fi, and anything else you can think of beyond Planet Earth. Host Matt O'Dowd breaks down both the basic and incredibly complex sides of space and time.

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