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Michael Merrifield is a professor of astronomy at the University of Nottingham. His research focuses on extrasolar planets and cosmology. He is a regular presenter on Sixty Symbols, explaining various concepts in astronomy and astrophysics.
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Michael Merrifield is a Professor of Astronomy at the University of Nottingham, known for his contributions to the field of galaxy dynamics and his engaging presence on the YouTube channel Sixty Symbols.
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Michael Merrifield is a professor at the University of Nottingham, specializing in astronomy, specifically galaxy dynamics. He is a prominent figure on the popular YouTube channel Sixty Symbols, where he explains complex physics and astronomy concepts in an accessible and engaging manner. He also appears on the sister channel Numberphile, discussing topics related to numbers and mathematics.
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Sixty Symbols explores the world of physics and astronomy with educational videos. Learn about the universe and the laws that govern it.
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Who is Michael Merrifield?
Michael Merrifield is a professor of astronomy at the University of Nottingham.
What is Michael Merrifield's role on the Sixty Symbols YouTube channel?
Michael Merrifield is a regular presenter on the Sixty Symbols YouTube channel, where he explains various concepts in astronomy and astrophysics.
What are Michael Merrifield's research interests?
Michael Merrifield's research focuses on extrasolar planets and cosmology.
When did the Sixty Symbols YouTube channel join YouTube?
The Sixty Symbols YouTube channel joined YouTube in February 2009.
What topics does Michael Merrifield cover on Sixty Symbols?
On Sixty Symbols, Michael Merrifield covers topics related to physics and astronomy.
Where does Michael Merrifield work?
Michael Merrifield works at the University of Nottingham.
What are Michael Merrifield's YouTube stats across all credited channels?
As of 2025, Michael YouTube channels collectively have over 52.4M subscribers, more than 6,314.9M views, and have uploaded over 24.6K videos.
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2009 - present
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