After its first full year of science operations, astronomers have much to ponder The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), launched by NASA two years ago, has completed its first full calendar year of scientific operations. As the most powerful space telescope ever built, the JWST has provided astronomers with groundbreaking insights into the universe. From…
New research reveals the discovery of a population of stars in nearby dwarf galaxies that are believed to be the long-sought progenitors of a specific type of stellar death, supernova. In a groundbreaking study, scientists have uncovered a newfound population of stars in dwarf galaxies that could potentially solve a long-standing mystery in astrophysics. These…
Astronomers utilize simulations and archival data to uncover evidence of a colossal bow shock caused by the Large Magellanic Cloud’s collision with the Milky Way’s halo. In the vast expanse of the Milky Way’s outskirts, astronomers have discovered a hidden spectacle that has remained invisible except in a handful of wavelengths. Through new simulations and…
Unveiling the Thin Line Between Revolutionary Breakthroughs and Dubious Claims Science is an ever-evolving field that constantly pushes the boundaries of knowledge and understanding. However, amidst the pursuit of groundbreaking discoveries, there are instances where dubious claims and questionable research can masquerade as revolutionary truths. In the year 2023, several cases emerged that challenged the…
A bullying scandal leads to the dissolution of the astronomy department at Lund University, leaving astronomers and researchers in disarray. Lund University in Sweden has been grappling with a bullying scandal that has resulted in the disbanding of its astronomy department. After years of complaints against two senior astronomy professors, the university made the decision…
Bullying scandal leads to the disbandment of a historic Swedish astronomy department, leaving astronomers and physicists in disarray. In a shocking turn of events, Lund University in Sweden has dissolved its astronomy department following a long-standing bullying scandal involving two senior professors. The decision to disband the department has left astronomers and physicists in turmoil,…
Bullying scandal leads to the disbandment of the astronomy department at Lund University in Sweden, causing upheaval and disruption for astronomers and researchers. In a shocking turn of events, Lund University in Sweden has dissolved its astronomy department following a long-standing bullying scandal involving two senior professors. The university’s delayed response to the complaints has…
A South African Astronomer’s Quest to Understand Black Holes and Star Formation In the vast expanse of the South African Karoo semi-desert, a groundbreaking scientific endeavor is underway. MeerKAT, South Africa’s precursor to the Square Kilometre Array, is a radio telescope that holds the key to unraveling the mysteries of the universe. In this article,…
Astronomers predict a dazzling display as the annual Geminid meteor shower reaches its peak With clear skies expected over much of the United States, amateur astronomers and stargazers are eagerly anticipating this year’s Geminid meteor shower. The shower, caused by debris from the 3200 Phaethon asteroid, is forecasted to offer one of the most spectacular…
The biggest meteor shower of 2023 is about to peak with shooting stars raining down from the heavens—one of the last astronomy events of its kind until the end of April. As the year comes to a close, there is still one more major astronomical event that is set to captivate stargazers around the world….
The ELT, set to be the world’s largest optical telescope, promises to revolutionize our understanding of the universe Nestled in the high Atacama desert in northern Chile, the European Southern Observatory (ESO) is home to the Very Large Telescope (VLT), Earth’s most productive astronomical facility. But soon, the VLT may be overshadowed by its colossal…
It will be the world’s biggest optical telescope by far—and a powerful time machine In the high Atacama desert in northern Chile, astronomer Joseph Anderson finds inspiration in the colors of a sunset. He stands atop the Cerro Paranal mountain, showcasing the Very Large Telescope (VLT), Earth’s most productive astronomical facility. However, the VLT may…
