Wed, 17 Apr 2024 13:10:41 EDT
Scientists have developed a new method using knot theory to find the optimal routes for future space missions without the need to waste fuel.
Tue, 16 Apr 2024 12:53:19 EDT
A nearby supernova in 2023 offered astrophysicists an excellent opportunity to test ideas about how these types of explosions boost particles, called cosmic rays, to near light-speed. But surprisingly, NASA's Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope detected none of the high-energy gamma-ray light those particles should produce.
Tue, 16 Apr 2024 11:59:55 EDT
Astronomers have identified the most massive stellar black hole yet discovered in the Milky Way galaxy. This black hole was spotted in data from the European Space Agency's Gaia mission because it imposes an odd 'wobbling' motion on the companion star orbiting it. Astronomers have verified the mass of the black hole, putting it at an impressive 33 times that of the Sun.
Mon, 15 Apr 2024 11:04:47 EDT
Physicists solve a puzzle linked to JWST-ER1g, a massive ancient galaxy that formed when the universe was just a quarter of its current age.
Fri, 12 Apr 2024 11:34:10 EDT
In 2022, astronomers discovered the brightest gamma-ray burst (GRB) of all time. Now, astronomers confirm that a 'normal' supernova, the telltale sign of a stellar collapse, accompanied the GRB. The team also looked for signatures of heavy elements like gold and platinum in the supernova. They found no evidence of such elements, deepening the mystery of their origins.
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Fri, 10 May 2013 15:11:14 +0000
In its 34th year, the Texas Star Party drew more than 500 amateur astronomers from across the United States and Canada to gaze together into the vast open skies.
Thu, 09 May 2013 21:20:33 +0000
Stargazers, encouraged by clear evening skies, are flocking to observation points in the New York area.
Thu, 18 Apr 2013 21:29:46 +0000
As Earth Day approaches, Education Life asked: What makes this planet so remarkable? In response, NASA and the American Museum of Natural History looked to the stars; College of the Atlantic was more down to Earth. Test your knowledge.
Thu, 18 Apr 2013 18:28:12 +0000
Astronomers working with NASA’s Kepler mission said Thursday that a pair of newly discovered planets in the constellation Lyra appear capable of supporting life.
Fri, 12 Apr 2013 14:01:39 +0000
We are exploring realms of nature previously thought to be in the domain of philosophy or theology.
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