Posts about "astronomy"

Scientists have unveiled a groundbreaking gravitational wave detector that could change our understanding of the universe by targeting previously unexplored frequency ranges.

In a groundbreaking observation, astronomers have discovered a black hole in a distant quasar growing at unprecedented speed, offering new insights into the emergence of early supermassive black holes.

New simulations reveal Saturn's moon Enceladus ejects less water vapor than earlier estimates suggested, sparking renewed interest in its potential for harboring life.

Japan’s Hayabusa2 mission encounters a new challenge with asteroid 1998 KY26, as recent studies reveal its unexpected speed and size, requiring precise technological adaptations for successful exploration.

In a groundbreaking discovery, scientists, including experts from the University of Tokyo, have found traces of liquid water on Asteroid Ryugu, reshaping our understanding of the early solar system. The research reveals that liquid water movement on Ryugu's precursor occurred over a billion years ago, offering profound insights into the history and evolution of asteroids.

New observations of galaxy OJ 287, located five billion light years away, reveal a peculiar plasma jet that may indicate the merging of two supermassive black holes. This discovery challenges current understanding and opens avenues for further research in cosmic phenomena.

Astronomers have uncovered a disk teeming with carbon molecules surrounding a massive exoplanet, potentially resetting the understanding of moon formation in the cosmos.

MIT partners with a prominent public-private consortium to construct the Giant Magellan Telescope, a venture poised to enhance research capabilities and uphold US superiority in the fields of astronomy and engineering.

In a groundbreaking discovery, astronomers have identified a black hole situated nearly a kiloparsec away from the center of a dwarf galaxy 230 million light-years from Earth. This black hole distinguishes itself from typical examples by actively consuming matter and emitting powerful radio jets. Such findings challenge existing theories about black holes, highlighting their role in galaxy evolution even when located outside the core.

New observations of the seemingly ordinary spiral galaxy NGC 7456 reveal a vibrant hub of newborn stars and glowing gas clouds, enhancing our understanding of galactic evolution.