Speakers: Alyssa Pagan and Joseph DePasquale (Space Telescope Science Institute)

The amazing visions from the Webb Space Telescope have captivated the world. But a lot of work goes into creating the images we see. There is a long and involved process by which scientist’s black-and-white observational data are transformed into dynamic color imagery for the public.

Join image specialists Alyssa Pagan and Joe DePasquale from the Space Telescope Science Institute as they discuss, detail, and demonstrate the art and science of translating infrared light. They will highlight the importance of creating these Webb images in the first place: serving to educate, engage, and inspire.

Recorded live on Tuesday, January 17, 2023.

The STScI Public Lecture Series offers talks on a diverse selection of cosmic topics, typically held the first Tuesday of every month. The 2023 Public Lecture Series is continuing an online-only format. This lecture will be presented with a livestream to YouTube, and questions can be asked in the YouTube chat. As usual, the recording will also be posted on our YouTube channel. We will, as necessary, adjust from the traditional first Tuesday at 8 PM schedule to accommodate our speakers.

Live and archived recordings:

• News and introductions
• The Art & Science of Webb Imagery (YouTube)