T Coronae Borealis: The Binary Star System on the Brink of a Nova Explosion
Join us for an exciting Zoom talk with two astrophysicists from the Center for Astrophysics | Harvard & Smithsonian, Dr. Andrea Sacchi and Dr. Ole König, as they explore the unfolding drama of T Coronae Borealis (T CrB)—a remarkable binary star system on the brink of a nova eruption, soon visible to the unaided eye! This talk is designed for the public, offering insights for everyone from astronomy enthusiasts to curious observers. Discover what makes T CrB’s imminent outburst so special and what it reveals about the life cycles of stars.