Research Shows The Early Universe Had Way More Black Holes Than We Thought
Early universe housed more black holes than previously estimated, aiding understanding of their growth and formation. Supermassive black holes existed sooner than thought.
black hole feeds at 40 times the theoretical limit
Supermassive black holes may have fed rapidly in feeding frenzies, challenging previous theories about their formation and growth rates.
Look! Astronomers Have Never Seen A Pair Of Supermassive Black Holes So Close Together
Two supermassive black holes are spiraling towards a collision, offering insights into future cosmic events like those expected in our own galaxy.
Longest, strongest black hole jets of all-time discovered
Individual cosmic objects can create vast structures and influence their environments significantly.
The discovery of Porphyrion reshapes our understanding of the influence of single objects in the universe.
Supermassive black hole binary emits unexpected flares
Supermassive black holes in AT 2021hdr consume gas clouds, not just stars, impacting their growth and behavior significantly.
Research Shows The Early Universe Had Way More Black Holes Than We Thought
Early universe housed more black holes than previously estimated, aiding understanding of their growth and formation. Supermassive black holes existed sooner than thought.
black hole feeds at 40 times the theoretical limit
Supermassive black holes may have fed rapidly in feeding frenzies, challenging previous theories about their formation and growth rates.
Look! Astronomers Have Never Seen A Pair Of Supermassive Black Holes So Close Together
Two supermassive black holes are spiraling towards a collision, offering insights into future cosmic events like those expected in our own galaxy.
Longest, strongest black hole jets of all-time discovered
Individual cosmic objects can create vast structures and influence their environments significantly.
The discovery of Porphyrion reshapes our understanding of the influence of single objects in the universe.
Supermassive black hole binary emits unexpected flares
Supermassive black holes in AT 2021hdr consume gas clouds, not just stars, impacting their growth and behavior significantly.
What happens when a gravitational wave meets a black hole?
Gravitational waves can pass through many objects, but black holes present a unique challenge with their event horizon.
The Mystery of How Supermassive Black Holes Merge
Supermassive black holes merge by overcoming the final parsec problem, possibly aided by dark matter affecting angular momentum.
The first-ever detection of gravitational waves and the powwow that preceded it
The first detection of gravitational waves from neutron star collisions marks a historic moment in astrophysics, intertwining science with personal identity.
Black Hole Detectors Fulfill Moore's Law
Moore's law, predicting exponential growth in microchips, also applies to other technologies like gravitational-wave detection.
What happens when a gravitational wave meets a black hole?
Gravitational waves can pass through many objects, but black holes present a unique challenge with their event horizon.
The Mystery of How Supermassive Black Holes Merge
Supermassive black holes merge by overcoming the final parsec problem, possibly aided by dark matter affecting angular momentum.
The first-ever detection of gravitational waves and the powwow that preceded it
The first detection of gravitational waves from neutron star collisions marks a historic moment in astrophysics, intertwining science with personal identity.
Black Hole Detectors Fulfill Moore's Law
Moore's law, predicting exponential growth in microchips, also applies to other technologies like gravitational-wave detection.
Dark Matter Black Holes Could Fly through the Solar System Once a Decade
Primordial black holes could explain dark matter and may influence the solar system's planets by causing measurable wobbles.
First section of Euclid space telescope's map of the universe revealed
The Euclid mission is creating the largest and highest resolution 3D map of the universe to study dark energy and dark matter.
Are tiny black holes zipping through our solar system? Scientists hope to find out.
The universe may contain microscopic black holes that could help explain the dark matter mystery through their gravitational effects on planetary orbits.
There's Something Very Strange About Our Galaxy
The Milky Way is unique among similar galaxies due to its fewer satellite galaxies and some having ceased star formation.
Scientists Suggest Tiny Black Holes Are Regularly Cruising Through Our Star System
Primordial black holes may provide insights into dark matter, potentially accounting for its effects on cosmic structures.
Detection of these black holes could reshape our understanding of the universe's composition.
A wobble from Mars could be sign of dark matter
Primordial black holes may make up dark matter and can potentially be detected by their gravitational effects on Mars' orbit.
Dark Matter Black Holes Could Fly through the Solar System Once a Decade
Primordial black holes could explain dark matter and may influence the solar system's planets by causing measurable wobbles.
First section of Euclid space telescope's map of the universe revealed
The Euclid mission is creating the largest and highest resolution 3D map of the universe to study dark energy and dark matter.
Are tiny black holes zipping through our solar system? Scientists hope to find out.
The universe may contain microscopic black holes that could help explain the dark matter mystery through their gravitational effects on planetary orbits.
There's Something Very Strange About Our Galaxy
The Milky Way is unique among similar galaxies due to its fewer satellite galaxies and some having ceased star formation.
Scientists Suggest Tiny Black Holes Are Regularly Cruising Through Our Star System
Primordial black holes may provide insights into dark matter, potentially accounting for its effects on cosmic structures.
Detection of these black holes could reshape our understanding of the universe's composition.
A wobble from Mars could be sign of dark matter
Primordial black holes may make up dark matter and can potentially be detected by their gravitational effects on Mars' orbit.
The first magnified photo of a dying star outside our galaxy indicates a violent end
Astronomers have captured the first high-resolution image of a dying red supergiant, WOH G64, indicating it's close to becoming a supernova.
How physics moves from wild ideas to actual experiments
Prohira's unconventional method of using trees for detecting atmospheric neutrinos could lead to significant advancements in our understanding of high-energy cosmic events.
The mystery of the Milky Way's most bizarre supernova
There are two primary pathways for supernovae: massive star core collapse and white dwarf explosions through mergers.
The first magnified photo of a dying star outside our galaxy indicates a violent end
Astronomers have captured the first high-resolution image of a dying red supergiant, WOH G64, indicating it's close to becoming a supernova.
How physics moves from wild ideas to actual experiments
Prohira's unconventional method of using trees for detecting atmospheric neutrinos could lead to significant advancements in our understanding of high-energy cosmic events.
The mystery of the Milky Way's most bizarre supernova
There are two primary pathways for supernovae: massive star core collapse and white dwarf explosions through mergers.
Astrophysicists Use AI to Sharpen Universe's Cosmological Parameters
AI is revolutionizing the precision of cosmological parameters, improving our understanding of the universe.
The method, SimBIG, refines the analysis of galaxy distributions significantly.
This Ancient "Rebel" Galaxy Closely Mirroring the Milky Way Has Astronomers Freaked Out
The discovery of REBELS-25 challenges existing theories on galaxy formation and evolution, suggesting early galaxies were more similar to the Milky Way than previously believed.
Look! Astrophysicists Spotted A Supermassive Black Hole Slowly Starving a Galaxy to Death
The James Webb Space Telescope identifies a supermassive black hole as the cause of Pablo's Galaxy's decline, halting its star formation.
5 coincidences that make our existence possible
The Universe's development depended on five essential coincidences that made life possible, from photon abundance to proton stability.
Mathematics is the only way we have of peering into a black hole | Aeon Essays
Black holes are both common and extraordinary, crucial in understanding the universe's structure and future.
The ingredients of the universe were chosen in three minutes
Astrology is rejected by scientists as the universe's fabric is determined by physical laws, not celestial influence.
Astrophysicists Use AI to Sharpen Universe's Cosmological Parameters
AI is revolutionizing the precision of cosmological parameters, improving our understanding of the universe.
The method, SimBIG, refines the analysis of galaxy distributions significantly.
This Ancient "Rebel" Galaxy Closely Mirroring the Milky Way Has Astronomers Freaked Out
The discovery of REBELS-25 challenges existing theories on galaxy formation and evolution, suggesting early galaxies were more similar to the Milky Way than previously believed.
Look! Astrophysicists Spotted A Supermassive Black Hole Slowly Starving a Galaxy to Death
The James Webb Space Telescope identifies a supermassive black hole as the cause of Pablo's Galaxy's decline, halting its star formation.
5 coincidences that make our existence possible
The Universe's development depended on five essential coincidences that made life possible, from photon abundance to proton stability.
Mathematics is the only way we have of peering into a black hole | Aeon Essays
Black holes are both common and extraordinary, crucial in understanding the universe's structure and future.
The ingredients of the universe were chosen in three minutes
Astrology is rejected by scientists as the universe's fabric is determined by physical laws, not celestial influence.
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 Might Be More Than One Way to Make a Planet
Astronomers may need to reconsider the approach to planet formation, revealing a complex process involving both bottom-up and top-down mechanisms.
Astronomers Discovered the Biggest Pair of Black Hole Jets Ever, and It's the Stuff of Cosmic Horror
A supermassive black hole has been found emitting the largest relativistic jets ever discovered, stretching 23 million light years across space.
New research gives frightening glimpse into how Earth will end
Astronomers found a distant Earth-like planet, providing insight into what Earth might become as the sun approaches its death in about one billion years.
Will Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS Be the Brightest of the Year?
C/2023 A3 may soon be bright enough to see without telescopes, showcasing the unpredictability of comets.
Astonishingly, Astronomers Discovered A Planet Orbiting Barnard's Star - And There Might Be More
Barnard's Star hosts at least one rocky planet, suggesting potential for more habitable worlds nearby.
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 Might Be More Than One Way to Make a Planet
Astronomers may need to reconsider the approach to planet formation, revealing a complex process involving both bottom-up and top-down mechanisms.
Astronomers Discovered the Biggest Pair of Black Hole Jets Ever, and It's the Stuff of Cosmic Horror
A supermassive black hole has been found emitting the largest relativistic jets ever discovered, stretching 23 million light years across space.
New research gives frightening glimpse into how Earth will end
Astronomers found a distant Earth-like planet, providing insight into what Earth might become as the sun approaches its death in about one billion years.
Will Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS Be the Brightest of the Year?
C/2023 A3 may soon be bright enough to see without telescopes, showcasing the unpredictability of comets.
Astonishingly, Astronomers Discovered A Planet Orbiting Barnard's Star - And There Might Be More
Barnard's Star hosts at least one rocky planet, suggesting potential for more habitable worlds nearby.
I pivoted into venture capital at 23 and my life has never been so exciting. Here's my advice for breaking into the industry.
Leveraging your network and staying informed on industry trends is crucial for a career in venture capital.
High-temperature 205Tl decay clarifies 205Pb dating in early Solar System - Nature
Short-lived radioactive nuclei provide insights into the early Solar System's formation and nucleosynthetic history.
The isolation time of Solar System materials was confirmed to be between 9-26 Myr before solar birth.
Two essential questions about life in the Universe
The book 'Is Earth Exceptional' explores the origins of life on Earth and the search for extraterrestrial life using scientific exploration and probability.
Happy New Year! (If You're a Martian)
Mars celebrates its new year on November 12, reflecting human attempts to impose order on natural cycles.
Scientists tune into the wild origins of fast radio bursts
Recent research suggests fast radio bursts may originate from magnetars formed in unconventional ways, offering new insights into these mysterious astrophysical phenomena.
This Potentially Rogue Planet Might Have Rings That Rotate Backwards - And That's Not the Weird Part
J1407b may have a retrograde ring system, raising questions about its formation and the mechanics behind such unusual orbits.
Fastest Known Planetary System May Have Been Pushed by Our Galaxy's Supermassive Black Hole
Our solar system is slower compared to a newly discovered planetary system moving at an astonishing 541 kilometers per second.
The biggest holes in NASA's suite of observatories
Even with advanced technology, Earth's atmosphere limits our ability to observe the Universe across most electromagnetic wavelengths.
8 lessons on lifelong learning from an astrophysicist
Astrophysicists must master mathematics and problem-solving skills, focusing on careful problem setup to cultivate deeper insights throughout their learning journey.
An NYC couple realized what tired, lonely corporate workers miss about college - fun lectures, socializing, and drinking. Now they hold events that try to bring that spark back.
Working adults want informal learning experiences, which led to the creation of "Lectures on Tap" in NYC.
8 lessons on lifelong learning from an astrophysicist
Astrophysicists must master mathematics and problem-solving skills, focusing on careful problem setup to cultivate deeper insights throughout their learning journey.
An NYC couple realized what tired, lonely corporate workers miss about college - fun lectures, socializing, and drinking. Now they hold events that try to bring that spark back.
Working adults want informal learning experiences, which led to the creation of "Lectures on Tap" in NYC.
This Early Galaxy Grew Inside Out And Upends What We Know About Star Formation
In a newly discovered ancient galaxy, star formation occurs at the edges while the core contains older stars, reversing common perceptions of galaxy structure.
Researchers spot largest black hole jets ever discovered
Supermassive black holes emit jets influencing their own galaxies and beyond, affecting star formation across immense distances.
This Early Galaxy Grew Inside Out And Upends What We Know About Star Formation
In a newly discovered ancient galaxy, star formation occurs at the edges while the core contains older stars, reversing common perceptions of galaxy structure.
Researchers spot largest black hole jets ever discovered
Supermassive black holes emit jets influencing their own galaxies and beyond, affecting star formation across immense distances.
Our Galaxy Appears to Be Touching Another Galaxy, Scientists Say
The Milky Way may already be interacting with Andromeda's galaxy, extending our understanding of cosmic boundaries.
JWST finds distant galaxy with "impossible" light signature
JWST's findings challenge previous astronomical theories about early galaxy formation and light propagation.
The discovery of the bright Lyman-α line from JADES-GS-z13-1-LA raises questions about light-blocking atoms' behavior in the early Universe.
Little Red Dots, Tiny Far Away Galaxies, Continue To Baffle Scientists
Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope discovered a rare class of galaxies called the Little Red Dots that challenge current astronomical understanding.
Black hole jet appears to boost rate of nova explosions
Jets from supermassive black holes may influence nova explosion frequencies in galaxies, particularly in M87, but the mechanisms remain unexplained.
Our Galaxy Appears to Be Touching Another Galaxy, Scientists Say
The Milky Way may already be interacting with Andromeda's galaxy, extending our understanding of cosmic boundaries.
JWST finds distant galaxy with "impossible" light signature
JWST's findings challenge previous astronomical theories about early galaxy formation and light propagation.
The discovery of the bright Lyman-α line from JADES-GS-z13-1-LA raises questions about light-blocking atoms' behavior in the early Universe.
Little Red Dots, Tiny Far Away Galaxies, Continue To Baffle Scientists
Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope discovered a rare class of galaxies called the Little Red Dots that challenge current astronomical understanding.
Black hole jet appears to boost rate of nova explosions
Jets from supermassive black holes may influence nova explosion frequencies in galaxies, particularly in M87, but the mechanisms remain unexplained.
The Sun Will Destroy the Earth One Day, Right? Maybe Not.
Earth may endure a similar fate as a recently discovered rocky planet around a white dwarf after its star's red giant phase.
Scientists Confident They Could Destroy a Meteor From Earth
Scientists simulated nuclear explosions to explore asteroid deflection methods, demonstrating potential effectiveness for planetary defense.
What you need to know about Earth's new, temporary mini-moon
The Arjuna asteroid belt contains rocks that orbit similarly to Earth, with some capable of temporarily orbiting our planet.
Mars's induced magnetosphere can degenerate - Nature
The study on Mars reveals a degenerate, induced magnetosphere and absence of a bow shock on the dayside.
Stephen Hawking Was Wrong-Extremal Black Holes Are Possible
Kehle and Unger's proofs challenge the previous belief that extremal black holes cannot exist, indicating a potentially richer understanding of black hole physics.
Scientist Britney Schmidt wins Blavatnik Award | Cornell Chronicle
Britney Schmidt was awarded the Blavatnik National Award for her innovative research in climate science and planetary habitability studies.
The First Ever Movie Of A Distant Star's Surface Offers An Eery Glimpse Of Our Own Fiery Finish
The dynamics of red giant R Doradus's surface plasma boil faster than that of younger stars, inviting exploration into stellar behavior.
Astrophysicists captured a month-long video showing how hot plasma rises and cools on R Doradus. Its convection patterns differ from smaller stars.
One month convection timescale on the surface of a giant evolved star - Nature
ALMA observations of R Doradus reveal intricate dynamics of stellar convection through high-resolution imaging at submillimeter wavelengths.
Supermoon will soon appear in sky over California - along with partial eclipse. How to watch
A harvest supermoon will coincide with a partial lunar eclipse on September 17, offering a unique astronomical event for observers.
Astrophysicist Surprised to Learn Why Her TikTok on "Galaxy Gas" Was Suddenly Blowing Up
The viral interest in an astrophysics video was misdirected, driven by searches for nitrous oxide rather than actual scientific curiosity.
The Biggest Controversy in Cosmology Just Got Bigger
The Hubble tension reveals potential missing components in the cosmic expansion model.
Conflicting measurement rates of cosmic expansion rates remain unresolved.
Both teams highlight the need for refined measurements to clarify ongoing discrepancies.
Episode #219: Astrophysics and Astronomy With Python & PyCon Africa 2024 - The Real Python Podcast
The episode focuses on enhancing Python skills through astrophysics and community projects, emphasizing education and practical applications of Python in various fields.