Astronomer Vera Rubin was a trailblazer in her field, paving the way for future scientists with her groundbreaking work on dark matter. The newly named Vera C. Rubin Observatory in Chile will continue her legacy by producing the world’s largest astronomical movie of the southern hemisphere sky over 10 years.
Rubin’s pioneering studies of galaxies led to the first evidence of dark matter, a phenomenon that was later confirmed to make up about 80% of the universe. Her work challenged the status quo and broke cultural barriers in the male-dominated field of astronomy.
The observatory is named after Rubin in recognition of her incredible leadership and legacy. Its LSST camera will create stunning images of the southern hemisphere sky, and its discovery will be built upon by budding scientists around the world.
Rubin’s story is one of perseverance and practicality. She raised four children while pursuing her career and was a humble and powerful leader who inspired others through her words and actions. Her legacy continues to inspire scientists today, and her face will soon appear on a new quarter released this June.
Source: https://www.foxweather.com/earth-space/vera-rubin-observatory-dark-matter-astronomy