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Have you ever spent hours looking for something you just know is there, only to be doubted? In 1987, most astronomers thought there was nothing in the outer solar system, but Jane Luu was determined to find objects beyond Neptune. Many people doubted Jane, but she proved them wrong when her relentless search resulted in the co-discovery of the Kuiper Belt! 🔭🌌 Tag someone who doubts your goals.
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PLAYLISTS: BRILLIANT BREAKTHROUGHS: The Kavli Prize
Video Duration: 00:02:19
Original Program Date: Tuesday, May 8, 2018
Have you ever spent hours looking for something you just know is there, only to be doubted? In 1987, most astronomers thought there was nothing in the outer solar system, but Jane Luu was determined to find objects beyond Neptune. Many people doubted Jane, but she proved them wrong when her relentless search resulted in the co-discovery of the Kuiper Belt! 🔭🌌 Tag someone who doubts your goals.
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