Aerospace

New clues revealed on how planets like ours begin to form

Astronomers have made significant strides in understanding how planets like the ones in our solar system form by detecting planet-forming “pebbles” around two young stars.

Satellite ERS-2 set to reenter earth’s atmosphere

Nearly 30 years after its launch, the European Space Agency (ESA) closely monitors the descent of the uncontrolled satellite ERS-2 as it hurtles towards Earth's atmosphere.

New insights into exoplanet formation

Astronomers from Germany and Switzerland have revealed evidence of how the gap in the size distribution of exoplanets, particularly those around two Earth radii emerges.

Cosmic dust storms: Supernova sparks new understanding

Astronomers have uncovered a previously unknown mechanism for creating cosmic dust.

New JWST focused study challenges cosmic understanding of the early universe

By analysing data from the James Webb Space Telescope, scientists have uncovered a revelation that could reshape our understanding of the early universe.

Quasars’ impact on early universe star formation

The first evidence of a quasar's powerful influence on star formation in the early Universe has been uncovered.

Moon’s shrinkage and moonquakes act as a challenge for future artemis missions

Will the moon's shrinkage impact NASA's Artemis missions? potential hazards could impact NASA's Artemis missions.

Astronomers locate unknown object within the Milky Way: NGC 1851

Astronomers have discovered a mysterious celestial object in the Milky Way using the MeerKAT Radio telescope.

Astronomers discover an Earth-sized planet in our cosmic backyard

A team of astronomers has identified a planet closer and younger than any other Earth-sized world.

Key step in the formation of unique moon rocks revealed

Scientists have unveiled a crucial process in creating a distinctive rock type found on the Moon. This discovery highlights these lunar rocks' signature composition and presence.

Researchers identify missing component in Venus’ clouds

Researchers may have cracked the long-standing mystery surrounding the colour and splotchiness of Venusian clouds in the UV range.

The exploration of cosmic origins through galaxy shapes

Recent research searches through the origins of present-day cosmic structures by analysing over one million galaxies.

Hidden population of stars behind mysterious supernovae

Scientists have unravelled the mystery surrounding hydrogen-poor supernovae, cosmic explosions that can outshine entire galaxies.

Decoding ‘Steve’ and its picket fence glow

The enigmatic mauve and white streaks known as "Steve" and its accompanying glowing "picket fence" have been a mystery to scientists since their recognition as distinct phenomena in 2018.

James Webb Space Telescope unveils mysteries of “The Brick”

In a recent study by University of Florida astronomer Adam Ginsburg, researchers have used the James Webb telescope (JWST) to uncover the mysterious dark region at the centre of our Milky Way galaxy, named "The Brick".

New discovery unveils key to predicting solar activity peaks

Scientists at IISER Kolkata utilise decades-old data to enhance solar cycle forecasting and predicting solar activity peaks.

Telescope array discovers second-highest-energy cosmic ray

In 1991, the Fly's Eye experiment at the University of Utah made a groundbreaking discovery by detecting the highest-energy cosmic ray ever recorded.

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