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The Search for Dark Matter
Deep underground in a disused mine in Yorkshire, scientists are searching for particles that can't be seen and have never been detected, but might bind our Universe together. Physics - Universe - Learning Points. Dark matter is believed...
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Gamma ray
High energy electromagnetic radiation, with extremely short wavelengths, often smaller than an atom. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions....
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Ulysses: Exploring the Sun's Poles and Unveiling its Secrets
This video explores the Ulysses spacecraft's mission to study the Sun's polar regions, providing valuable insights into the nature of our nearest star. By observing from above the Earth's atmosphere, Ulysses has revealed a clearer...
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Exploring the Sun: Ulysses and the Quest for Solar Understanding
In this video, we explore the fascinating world of solar observations and the mission of the Ulysses spacecraft. We learn about the immense complexity of the Sun and how it affects our planet. The video highlights the importance of...
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Cosmic rays may be the source of biological ‘handedness’
Interaction between cosmic rays and early life-forms may be responsible for the fundamental property of chirality, or “handedness,” in biological molecules.
Science360
NSF Press Conference on Breakthrough in Multi-messenger Astrophysics
An announcement of recent multi-messenger astrophysics findings led by the National Science Foundation’s IceCube Neutrino Observatory at the South Pole. Hosted by NSF Director France Córdova, the briefing features leading astrophysicists...
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Periodic Table of Elements Part 3: The characteristics and use of Beryllium
What is the difference between Alkali metals and Alkaline earth metals? What do the Alkaline earth metals include? What is known about Beryllium? Where is Beryllium found? What are examples of binary compounds of Beryllium? How does...
Physics Girl
Strange Unexplained Cosmic Rays (ft PhD Comics)
The fastest particles ever detected in the universe are still a mystery to science. Cosmic rays are particles from space. The most energetic and fastest particles we’ve ever detected come from a mystery place. In this video inspired by...
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China building powerful laser radar to research the atmosphere
China is building a powerful laser radar facility to help researchers study atmospheric particles that protect against cosmic rays and solar winds.
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Understanding Background Radiation: Sources and Exposure
This video is a lecture that explains the concept of background radiation, which is a type of ionizing radiation that humans are exposed to every day but at low levels. The video discusses the four main types of ionizing radiation, which...
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Multi-messenger astrophysics neutrino breakthrough!
On Sept. 22, 2017, the National Science Foundation's IceCube Neutrino Observatory alerted the international astronomy community that a high-energy neutrino had passed through the Earth. That notification set in motion follow-on...
NASA
NASA | Fermi Detects First Gamma-ray Pulsar in Another Galaxy
Researchers using NASA's Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope have discovered the first gamma-ray pulsar in a galaxy other than our own. The object sets a new record for the most luminous gamma-ray pulsar known. The pulsar lies in the...
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Hidden tomb of China’s first emperor, Qin Shi Huang, could be revealed using cosmic rays
The insides of the mysterious mausoleum behind the world famous Terracotta Army could be illuminated by cosmic rays.
NASA
NASA's Fermi Satellite Celebrates 10 Years of Discoveries
On June 11, NASA's Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope celebrates a decade of using gamma rays, the highest-energy form of light in the cosmos, to study black holes, neutron stars, and other extreme cosmic objects and events. Fermi's main...
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Houston We Have a Podcast: Alpha Magnetic Spectrometer: The Science
Dr. Brandon Reddell discusses astrophysics, cosmology, and the science behind the Alpha Magnetic Spectrometer (AMS), an experiment looking for evidence of antimatter and dark matter in the cosmos. This is part one of a three-part series...
NASA
Houston We Have a Podcast: Mars is Hard. Here's Why.
Dr. Stan Love, NASA astronaut and all-around smart guy, flew to the International Space Station in 2008 and has worked on a number of flight analog programs to understand how to conduct deep-space missions. Love explores the challenges...
NASA
NASA | Fermi Proves Supernova Remnants Produce Cosmic Rays
A new study using observations from NASA's Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope reveals the first clear-cut evidence that the expanding debris of exploded stars produces some of the fastest-moving matter in the universe. This discovery is a...
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Exploring Nebulas: The Building Blocks of Stars
Nebulae get their name from the Latin word for cloud, but they're very different than the clouds we see on Earth. Learn what causes these space clouds and about different types of nebulae.
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NASA's High Energy Astronomy Observatory model
/ design phase of NASA's High Energy Astronomy Observatory (HEAO) that will be used to study Cosmic rays / scientists drafting blueprints of the HEAO observatory. NASA's High Energy Astronomy Observatory model on January 01, 1971 ...
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Scientists: Atom-smasher won't bring Armageddon
HEADLINE: Scientists: Atom-smasher won't bring Armageddon
CAPTION: The most powerful atom-smasher ever built could make some bizarre discoveries after it is switched on in August. But some critics fear the Large Hadron Collider could...
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CLEAN : Nobel 2015 Physics prize winner Kajita thanks team cosmic rays
CLEAN : Nobel 2015 Physics prize winner Kajita thanks team cosmic rays
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Big Bang and Expansion of the Universe:cosmic Background Radiation
Video lecture explains cosmic background radiation and redshift. [10:16]
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Science Friday: Cosmic Rays Tracked
Join Ira and guests in this segment for a look at efforts to track down the source of high-energy cosmic rays.