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NASAs JWT finds aligned bipolar jets supporting star formation theory

Friday, June 21, 2024 by Freeman Lightner

Some of the most significant and intriguing astronomical discoveries have been unexpected, even when studying well-known regions of the sky. Often, it's new technology or chance timing that leads to these discoveries. A recent study of the Serpens Nebula with NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope exemplifies this, showcasing both new technology and fortuitous timi...

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...

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...

Supermassive black holes are merging in the galaxy system ZS7

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 by Freeman Lightner

Astronomers have provided evidence for an ongoing merger of two galaxies and their massive black holes when the universe was just 740 million years old, using observations from the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST). This groundbreaking discovery highlights a significant period in cosmic history, revealing the farthest and earliest detection of merging black holes to dat...