Andy Lawrence

I am the Regius Professor of Astronomy at the University of Edinburgh, working at the Institute for Astronomy which is co-located with the UK Astronomy Technology Centre at the beautiful and historic Royal Observatory Edinburgh. Before this I have worked or studied at Leicester, MIT, the Royal Greenwich Observatory, and Queen Mary, University of London. I specialise in the study of quasars (black holes in the centres of galaxies) and observational cosmology, as well as large-scale sky surveys and the Virtual Observatory.

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AstroTech: The Science and Technology behind Astronomical Discovery (Coursera) Coursera
University of Edinburgh

AstroTech: The Science and Technology behind Astronomical Discovery (Coursera)

Dive into 'AstroTech: The Science and Technology behind Astronomical Discovery' and uncover how technology and scientific understanding work hand-in-hand to reveal the wonders of our cosmos. From the inner workings of stars to the enigmatic nature of black holes, this course will guide you through the fascinating world of astronomy, demonstrating how each discovery is a testament to human ingenuity.

Jun 1st 2026
5-12 Weeks
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