Episode
The Mysterious Pulsar Timing Array: Gravitational Wave Detector or Cosmic Clock?
- Podcast
- Unsolved Space Mysteries
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- Jan 26, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 799
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Summary
In this episode, we delve into the enigma of Pulsar Timing Arrays (PTAs). Are these rapidly rotating neutron stars acting as a cosmic clock, or could they be an ingenious way to detect low-frequency gravitational waves? Join us as we explore the science behind PTAs, their potential role in gravitational wave astronomy, and the mysteries that continue to surround them. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.