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Astrophysics research in North America
Open Access Government provides a brief overview of the advancements in astrophysics research in North America.
Scientists discover massive “Noctis volcano” and buried glacier ice on Mars
A colossal volcano and a potentially buried glacier ice sheet in Mars' Tharsis volcanic province has been unveiled near the equator of the red planet.
The theory behind sand ripples: Mars and Earth’s surprising connection
Researchers from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev and collaborators from Denmark, Germany, Italy, China, and the US have challenged conventional ideas by proposing a suitable theory explaining the formation of sand ripples on both Mars and Earth.
Distant lights in space: Fermi Telescope unveils a hidden universe of pulsars
NASA's Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope has illuminated a hidden field of pulsars, revealing 294 gamma-ray-emitting pulsars with an additional 34 awaiting confirmation
These findings mark a seismic leap, heightening our understanding of these enigmatic cosmic marvels by 27-fold since the mission's inception in 2008.
What are pulsars?
Pulsars, the stellar remnants born...
Astronomers unlock the secret of heavy element formation in cosmic collision
An international team of astronomers has discovered the mysterious origins of heavy elements in the universe.
NASA’s Webb Telescope uncovers neutron star in remnants of supernova
NASA's James Webb Telescope has found the best evidence yet for the presence of a neutron star at the site of a recent supernova explosion.
NASA is looking for volunteers for a simulated Mars mission
NASA is calling for people to participate in its next one-year Mars surface mission, offering a rare opportunity to contribute to the future of space exploration.
Cosmic dust storms: Supernova sparks new understanding
Astronomers have uncovered a previously unknown mechanism for creating cosmic dust.
JWST reveals 19 nearby spiral galaxies in stunning clarity
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has unleashed fascinating images, offering an unprecedented glimpse into the heart of nearby spiral galaxies.
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 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.
Tracking infrared radiation: The JWST unravels celestial enigma
Using the NASA James Webb Telescope, astronomers have discovered an enigmatic brown dwarf named W1935, radiating infrared radiation from methane in its upper atmosphere.
NASA’s dark matter discoveries
A groundbreaking recovery system developed by researchers at the University of Sydney has successfully salvaged data from a NASA mission to map dark matter surrounding galaxy clusters.
Detecting ancient earth-like planets easier than identifying modern Earth
Scientists at Cornell University suggest that by examining Earth's Phanerozoic era, telescopes could improve the detection of potential signs of life on exoplanets.
James Webb’s view of the Crab Nebula
The James Webb telescope, operated by NASA, recently observed the Crab Nebula, a remnant of a supernova explosion situated 6,500 light-years away in the Taurus constellation.
Uncovering the origin of Mars’ biggest seismic event
Scientists found that the largest Mars seismic event was caused by tectonic forces, not a meteorite impact.
James Webb Space Telescope reveals Jupiter’s unseen atmospheric feature
The James Webb Space Telescope, operated by NASA, has made a groundbreaking observation within Jupiter’s atmosphere, unveiling a previously undiscovered phenomenon.
OSIRIS-REx asteroid sample holds the key to unlocking solar system secrets
Osiris-Rex mission unlocks solar system secrets from Bennu asteroid sample, with material shared for current research and preservation for the future.
Jupiter’s icy moon: James Webb Space Telescope reveals carbon dioxide on Europa
In a groundbreaking discovery, NASA's James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has uncovered compelling evidence of carbon dioxide on Europa.
Earth’s electrons potentially creating water on the Moon
High-energy electrons originating from Earth are believed to be contributing to the formation of water on the Moon's surface, according to recent research.