How the discovery of a galaxy inspired a space photo competition
David Malin has spent four decades taking photographs of deep space. His work led to the invention of new imaging techniques and the discovery of the largest-known spiral galaxy - 'Malin-1'.
Now retired, he has held a competition in Sydney, Australia, to inspire the next generation of astrophotographers.
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14 Sep 2017
- From the section Science & Environment