Radio Astronomy
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member flyingmoose
N 40° 22.312 W 074° 09.585
18T E 571333 N 4469371
Roadside Marker near Bell Labs.
Waymark Code: WM18J98
Location: New Jersey, United States
Date Posted: 08/09/2023
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member wayfrog
Views: 1

Historic Marker about Karl Jansky and his work at Bell Labs and development of the Radio Astronomy which is a passive collection of radio frequencies from space.
Marker Name: Radio Astronomy

Marker Type: Official NJ State

Marker text:
Near this site in 1932, Bell Labs. scientist Karl Jansky first discovered radio waves coming from outer space, thus beginning the science of radio astronomy.


Dedication Date: 01/01/1111

City: Holmdel

County: Monmouth

Web Link: [Web Link]

Group responsible for placement: Not listed

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