NASA makes surprising discover at the end of our universe
Discovery of 'Red Monster' galaxies challenges existing galaxy formation models and suggests early star formation was more efficient than previously believed.
What do JWST's "red monster" galaxies mean for cosmology?
JWST's discoveries of ultra-distant galaxies challenge existing cosmic models, leading to new questions about early Universe star formation and galaxy formation.
The Early Universe Was Absolutely Littered With Black Holes, Scientists Find
Early universe black holes are more numerous than previously estimated, reshaping our understanding of cosmic formation and evolution.
Lucy Turns 50, and Dark Energy Gets More Mysterious
Discrepancies in Hubble constant measurements suggest new understanding of dark energy's role in the universe's expansion.
Epic Gravity Lens Lines Up Seven-Galaxy View
Gravitational lensing enables deeper observations of the universe, providing multiple views of distant galaxies and valuable information about dark matter and dark energy.
Ask Ethan: What's the deal with cosmic inflation and the Big Bang?
Our understanding of the Universe has evolved significantly from the early 20th century to today.
NASA makes surprising discover at the end of our universe
Discovery of 'Red Monster' galaxies challenges existing galaxy formation models and suggests early star formation was more efficient than previously believed.
What do JWST's "red monster" galaxies mean for cosmology?
JWST's discoveries of ultra-distant galaxies challenge existing cosmic models, leading to new questions about early Universe star formation and galaxy formation.
The Early Universe Was Absolutely Littered With Black Holes, Scientists Find
Early universe black holes are more numerous than previously estimated, reshaping our understanding of cosmic formation and evolution.
Lucy Turns 50, and Dark Energy Gets More Mysterious
Discrepancies in Hubble constant measurements suggest new understanding of dark energy's role in the universe's expansion.
Epic Gravity Lens Lines Up Seven-Galaxy View
Gravitational lensing enables deeper observations of the universe, providing multiple views of distant galaxies and valuable information about dark matter and dark energy.
Ask Ethan: What's the deal with cosmic inflation and the Big Bang?
Our understanding of the Universe has evolved significantly from the early 20th century to today.
Opinion: Uranus was having a bad hair day. Hey, it was the '80s!
Uranus's magnetosphere during Voyager 2's flyby was affected by rare solar wind conditions, leading to different observations than if the flyby had occurred earlier.
Ice-giant planet was having a bad day when Voyager came calling
Uranus's magnetosphere may not be as unusual as previously believed, thanks to a temporary disruption during observations.
Opinion: Uranus was having a bad hair day. Hey, it was the '80s!
Uranus's magnetosphere during Voyager 2's flyby was affected by rare solar wind conditions, leading to different observations than if the flyby had occurred earlier.
Ice-giant planet was having a bad day when Voyager came calling
Uranus's magnetosphere may not be as unusual as previously believed, thanks to a temporary disruption during observations.
The sun is the roundest object in the universe because of gravitational influences on larger celestial bodies.
Ask Ethan: How do scientists color the Universe?
Astronomical images often use assigned colors to represent different gases, enhancing our understanding of celestial objects based on scientific observations.
This Human Computer' Created a System for Measuring Vast Distances in Our Universe
Anna Von Mertens's exploration highlights Henrietta Swan Leavitt's groundbreaking contributions to astronomy through meticulous observations and the development of a distance-measuring system.
Bone marrow in the skull plays a surprisingly important role in ageing
Skull bone marrow becomes crucial for blood-cell production during ageing, contrasting with other bones where this ability declines.
Astrophysicists Solve Mystery of 12th-century Supernova - Medievalists.net
SN 1181 is a supernova documented by ancient astronomers, notable for its long visibility and implications for understanding stellar explosions.
A new origin story for supernovae after 94 years
Stars can supernova through different pathways; massive stars via core collapse and less massive stars via white dwarf detonation.
Recent research suggests the older model for type Ia supernovae is inadequate, prompting a focus on more complex scenarios.
Scientists Spy a Dandelion' Supernova around a Zombie' Star
Parker's Star, from supernova SN 1181, features a fascinating dandelion-shaped nebula, captivating astronomers with its unique structure and historical significance.
How a companion can change a star's fate
Stellar fates are pre-determined by mass and element content; companions can alter outcomes significantly.
Astrophysicists Solve Mystery of 12th-century Supernova - Medievalists.net
SN 1181 is a supernova documented by ancient astronomers, notable for its long visibility and implications for understanding stellar explosions.
A new origin story for supernovae after 94 years
Stars can supernova through different pathways; massive stars via core collapse and less massive stars via white dwarf detonation.
Recent research suggests the older model for type Ia supernovae is inadequate, prompting a focus on more complex scenarios.
Scientists Spy a Dandelion' Supernova around a Zombie' Star
Parker's Star, from supernova SN 1181, features a fascinating dandelion-shaped nebula, captivating astronomers with its unique structure and historical significance.
How a companion can change a star's fate
Stellar fates are pre-determined by mass and element content; companions can alter outcomes significantly.
Scientists find the hungriest black hole EVER detected
The newly discovered black hole LID-568 devours matter 40 times faster than the theoretical limit, challenging previous understandings of black hole growth mechanisms.
There's Something Impossible About This Ravenous Black Hole, Scientists Say
Astronomers discovered a black hole, LID-568, consuming matter at 40 times the theoretical limit shortly after the Big Bang.
Two Black Holes are Giving the Cosmos a Fright
A black hole is interacting with stellar debris, causing violent emissions and showcasing complex cosmic interactions not previously understood.
A cosmic census triples the known number of black holes in dwarf galaxies
The census has significantly increased the known number of active black holes in dwarf galaxies, enabling better understanding of cosmic evolution.
Starts With A Bang podcast #111 - Black hole jets
Black holes can produce the longest jets ever discovered, with Porphyrion measuring 24 million light-years, showcasing their immense power and significance in the cosmos.
Scientists find the hungriest black hole EVER detected
The newly discovered black hole LID-568 devours matter 40 times faster than the theoretical limit, challenging previous understandings of black hole growth mechanisms.
There's Something Impossible About This Ravenous Black Hole, Scientists Say
Astronomers discovered a black hole, LID-568, consuming matter at 40 times the theoretical limit shortly after the Big Bang.
Two Black Holes are Giving the Cosmos a Fright
A black hole is interacting with stellar debris, causing violent emissions and showcasing complex cosmic interactions not previously understood.
A cosmic census triples the known number of black holes in dwarf galaxies
The census has significantly increased the known number of active black holes in dwarf galaxies, enabling better understanding of cosmic evolution.
Starts With A Bang podcast #111 - Black hole jets
Black holes can produce the longest jets ever discovered, with Porphyrion measuring 24 million light-years, showcasing their immense power and significance in the cosmos.
A Star Is Born: A Phenomenal New Image Showcases a Stellar Nursery in Stunning Detail
The James Webb Telescope provides unprecedented views of star formation in the Small Magellanic Cloud's NGC 602, revealing key characteristics of early universe conditions.
James Webb Telescope Captures Stunning New View of the Small Magellanic Cloud | stupidDOPE
The star cluster NGC 602 serves as a unique window into the early universe's star formation processes.
James Webb Telescope Captures Spectacular Images of "Inside-Out" Galaxy Being Born
The James Webb Space Telescope has confirmed the existence of an 'inside-out' galaxy formation, previously believed to be theoretical.
Webb's latest Phantom Galaxy image sheds light on stellar feedback
NASA's new JWST image of the Phantom Galaxy reveals crucial insights into stellar formation using advanced observational techniques.
Once You Notice This Weird Thing About James Webb Space Telescope Images, You Won't Be Able to Unsee It
The James Webb Space Telescope's images are characterized by distinctive extra diffraction spikes, making them visually unique compared to other telescopes.
A Star Is Born: A Phenomenal New Image Showcases a Stellar Nursery in Stunning Detail
The James Webb Telescope provides unprecedented views of star formation in the Small Magellanic Cloud's NGC 602, revealing key characteristics of early universe conditions.
James Webb Telescope Captures Stunning New View of the Small Magellanic Cloud | stupidDOPE
The star cluster NGC 602 serves as a unique window into the early universe's star formation processes.
James Webb Telescope Captures Spectacular Images of "Inside-Out" Galaxy Being Born
The James Webb Space Telescope has confirmed the existence of an 'inside-out' galaxy formation, previously believed to be theoretical.
Webb's latest Phantom Galaxy image sheds light on stellar feedback
NASA's new JWST image of the Phantom Galaxy reveals crucial insights into stellar formation using advanced observational techniques.
Once You Notice This Weird Thing About James Webb Space Telescope Images, You Won't Be Able to Unsee It
The James Webb Space Telescope's images are characterized by distinctive extra diffraction spikes, making them visually unique compared to other telescopes.
Axions may be crucial to understanding dark matter and the universe's structure, yet remain elusive despite ongoing experimental and astronomical pursuits.
Using AI, historians track how astronomy ideas spread in the 16th century
The spread of astronomical thinking in the early 1500s shows collaboration over individual genius in scientific revolutions.
Seabourn's Solar Eclipse Cruises: A Celestial Experience on the Open Sea | stupidDOPE
Seabourn offers exclusive Solar Eclipse Cruises for a unique viewing experience at sea.
Civil engineer Herbert Stone's rock-solid views on Stonehenge
Ancient engineers had advanced techniques for erecting Stonehenge's stones, reflecting remarkable skills and understanding of their environment.
Cornell honors Sagan's 90th birthday with celebration of science | Cornell Chronicle
Carl Sagan's legacy is celebrated at an interdisciplinary event hosted by Cornell's Carl Sagan Institute, emphasizing his impact on science and culture.
Comet Watch! On October 24, Don't Miss This Visitor From The Oort Cloud
The Oort Cloud is a theoretical structure surrounding our solar system that may contain numerous icy bodies, influencing both comet activity and the origin of life on Earth.
When the Moon Hits Your Eye like a Big Pizza Pie, That's Illusion
The moon illusion causes the moon to appear significantly larger near the horizon compared to when it's overhead, despite its actual size being the same.
Ask Ethan: Why is the Big Bang shown as a tube?
The Big Bang represents a fundamental expansion of the Universe, distancing itself from misconceptions like explosions or singular points of origin.
Humanity would watch helplessly as space junk multiplies uncontrollably': has the number of satellite launches reached a tipping point?
The growing number of satellites raises concerns over space debris and the need for updated regulations to ensure safer space operations.
Scientists Say They've Figured Out a Way to Intercept Alien Radio Signals
Astronomers have developed a new method to search for extraterrestrial life using smaller bandwidth radio signals, testing it on the TRAPPIST-1 system.