The Search for Planets beyond Our Solar System May 19, 2009

In recent years astronomers have discovered hundreds of planets far beyond our solar system. Hear about the challenges of locating these planets, the excitement of discovery, and their great significance for the human race from astronomer Dr. Irene Porro , Director of the Education and Outreach Group at the MIT Kavli Institute for Astrophysics and Space Research. Celebrate the International Year of Astronomy with us!

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