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Peering into Alien Skies: A virtual seminar with Dr. Caroline Morley

Wednesday, September 4, 2024 by Richard Harris

The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has been a beacon of discovery since its launch, and now, after two years of operation, its impact on our understanding of the universe, particularly in exoplanet science, is nothing short of revolutionary. We are at a pivotal moment where the characterization of worlds beyond our solar system is becoming increasingly detailed, than...

Astrocartics Lab Interstellar Surveyor Chart

Saturday, August 24, 2024 by Russ Scritchfield

Astrocartics Lab has announced a permanent price reduction for their latest star map, The Interstellar Surveyor Chart. Initially priced higher, this detailed 3D star map is now available for $19.95. This price reduction reflects the company's commitment to making advanced astronomical tools more accessible to a broader audience, without being a temporary sale or pro...

Wide field instrument for NASAs Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope

Thursday, August 15, 2024 by Freeman Lightner

The primary instrument for NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is a sophisticated camera that will survey the cosmos from the outskirts of our solar system all the way out to the edge of the observable universe. Called the Wide Field Instrument, it was recently delivered to the agency’s Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland. Photo credit...

Tracking cosmic light to untangle mysteries

Monday, August 5, 2024 by Freeman Lightner

Rebekah Hounsell is an assistant research scientist working on ways to optimize and build infrastructure for future observations made by the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope. The mission will shed light on many astrophysics topics, like dark energy, which are currently shrouded in mystery. Rebekah also works as a support scientist for the TESS (Transiting Exoplanet Sur...

WASP-39 B investigated by NASAs Webb

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 by Freeman Lightner

Researchers using NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope confirmed that an exoplanet exhibited differences between its eternal morning and evening atmospheres, validating previous models. WASP-39 b, a giant planet with a diameter 1.3 times greater than Jupiter and a similar mass to Saturn, orbits a star about 700 light-years from Earth and is tidally locked to its pare...

Stargazing in Namibia with Sisco Auala and Marc Wolt

Friday, June 28, 2024 by Russ Scritchfield

Namibia's exceptionally dark skies offer some of the best conditions for astronomical observations globally. Dr. Sisco Auala and Marc Klein Wolt highlight the significance of Namibia's contributions to global astronomy through projects like the Africa Millimetre Telescope. Stargazing in Namibia with Dr. Sisco Auala and Marc Klein Wolt This initiative ...

Milky Way-like galaxies discovered by Mizzou scientists

Friday, June 14, 2024 by Richard Harris

Vicki Kuhn, a graduate student in the University of Missouri's Department of Physics and Astronomy, spearheaded the recent study exploring the early universe. Kuhn's interest in astronomy ignited during her high school years. Researchers at the University of Missouri are delving into the past, unveiling new insights about the early universe. By observing ligh...

Billionaire proposes SpaceX mission to upgrade Hubble telescope

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 by Richard Harris

Polaris Dawn commander and billionaire Jared Isaacman has expressed a strong desire to upgrade the Hubble Telescope through a privately funded SpaceX mission. However, the feasibility of such a mission remains uncertain. Billionaire proposes upgrading Hubble telescope via private SpaceX mission NASA's Hubble Space Telescope, which has been in service since 199...

NASA to adjust Hubble Space Telescope orientation

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 by Richard Harris

NASA is set to change how it directs the Hubble Space Telescope, transitioning it to operate using only one gyroscope (gyro). This decision follows a series of tests and careful considerations. The telescope, which entered safe mode on May 24, will remain in this state until the transition is complete. This adjustment will allow Hubble to continue its astronomical obser...

Hubble observes the illumination of a galactic bar

Sunday, June 9, 2024 by Richard Harris

This latest image captured by the NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope unveils the expansive barred spiral galaxy NGC 4731. Located in the Virgo constellation, about 43 million light-years from Earth, the image highlights the galaxy's intricate details using data from six distinct filters. The vibrant colors reveal billowing gas clouds, dark dust bands, bright pink star-...

Citizen scientists discover neptune-like exoplanet

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 by Richard Harris

Citizen scientists, alongside researchers from the Flatiron Institute and collaborators, have identified a new exoplanet with an exceptionally long orbit, providing valuable insights into the formation and stability of planets in multi-star systems. Citizen scientists discover neptune-like exoplanet TOI 4633 c in binary star system using NASA's TESS The team d...

NEAIC 2024 speaker lineup

Wednesday, April 10, 2024 by Richard Harris

Get ready for NEAF/NEAIC 2024, set to unfold in Suffern, New York, conveniently located just 30 minutes from New York City. NEAIC 2024 Overview: Set against the backdrop of the scenic Crowne Plaza Conference Center in Suffern, NY, just a short journey of 30 minutes from New York City and conveniently close to NEAF, this vibrant two-day conference is poised to unit...

Luminous Pro 11 introduces deep space imaging capabilities

Wednesday, April 10, 2024 by Richard Harris

Luminos Pro 11 brings the universe to your fingertips with its latest iOS update, offering enhanced star databases, weather forecasts for stargazers, and innovative eclipse tracking features. John Stephen, a key supplier of Luminos software, highlights the update’s commitment to improving user experience for both amateur and professional astronomers. With new widg...

Giant Magellan Telescope consortium welcomes ASIAA

Thursday, February 29, 2024 by Richard Harris

The Giant Magellan Telescope welcomes the Academia Sinica Institute of Astronomy and Astrophysics (ASIAA), a distinguished Taiwanese research institute, into its international consortium. ASIAA's inclusion expands the consortium to 14 international research institutions, underscoring Giant Magellan’s significance to the global astronomy community and the conso...