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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...
Step Back History
SN 1054: When we Witnessed the Birth of a Nebula
This is a story about how humans in 1054 AD witnessed the supernova that created the crab nebula.
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Hubble finds a Black Hole Igniting Star Formation in a Dwarf Galaxy
Black holes are often described as the monsters of the universe—tearing apart stars, consuming anything that comes too close, and holding light captive. Detailed evidence from NASA's Hubble Space Telescope, however, shows a black hole in...
Astrum
Why was Betelgeuse dimming? New data from Hubble
Betelgeuse, Betelgeuse, Betelgeuse. Why were you dimming? Scientists may have finally come up with the answer thanks to data from Hubble.
TMW Media
The Milky Way, Our Galaxy: Learn about other stars compared to our sun and how they will die
What are the outer rings of a dying star? How are Supernovas created? The Milky Way, Our Galaxy, Part 2
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NASA's Fermi Spots 'Fizzled' Burst from Collapsing Star
On Aug. 26, 2020, NASA’s Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope detected a pulse of high-energy radiation that turned out to be one for the record books – the shortest gamma-ray burst (GRB) caused by the death of a massive star ever seen. GRBs...
Astrum
Which Stars will go Supernova next?
When will the next naked-eye supernova event happen? What will it look like? Will we be safe?
NASA
Hubble and Webb: A New Golden Age of Astronomy
The scientific community is incredibly excited to have these two highly complementary observatories operating together. With their collaboration, they will push the boundaries of knowledge on the backdrop of a rapidly evolving...
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Hubble's Field Guide to Nebulae
Nebulae are some of the most resplendent objects in the universe, but it’s easy to confuse which one is an “emission nebula,” and which one is an “absorption nebula.” Thankfully, this “Field Guide” will give you a quick rundown so you...
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The Hubble Deep Field: Looking Back In Time
The Hubble Space Telescope has made over 1.5 million observations since its launch in 1990, capturing stunning subjects such as the Eagle Nebula and producing data that has been featured in almost 18,000 scientific articles. But no image...
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Hubble Confirms Largest Comet Nucleus Ever Seen
NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope has determined the size of the largest icy comet nucleus ever found. And, it’s big! With a diameter of approximately 80 miles across, it’s about 50 times larger than typical comets. Its 500-trillion-ton mass...
Next Animation Studio
Mystery astronomical object may be a ‘black neutron star’
Astronomers have found a so-called black neutron star that changes our understanding of both black holes and neutron stars.
TMW Media
The Powerhouse Sun: The characteristics of the sun
How dense is the sun? How does the suns energy affect the earth? What is the solar composition of the sun? The Powerhouse Sun, Part 1
Next Animation Studio
Betelgeuse being dimmer does not mean supernova likely
Astronomers from Villanova University recently published an article noting that Betelgeuse in the constellation Orion has been significantly dimmer in recent months, leading some to speculate it could go supernova.
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NASA | Swift's Christmas Burst From Blue Supergiant Star Explosion
Gamma-ray bursts, or GRBs, are the most luminous and mysterious explosions in the universe. The blasts emit surges of gamma rays -- the most powerful form of light -- as well as X-rays, and they produce afterglows that can be observed at...
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NASA’s Fermi Finds Record-breaking Binary Star
Using data from NASA's Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope and other facilities, scientists have found the first gamma-ray binary in another galaxy and the most luminous one ever seen. The dual-star system, dubbed LMC P3, contains a massive...
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NASA’s Roman Mission Will Use Exploding Stars to Measure Cosmic Distances
NASA’s upcoming Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope will see thousands of exploding stars called supernovae across vast stretches of time and space. Using these observations, astronomers aim to shine a light on several cosmic mysteries,...
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The Outer Planets: Hubble’s Continuing Legacy
What is OPAL? OPAL (Outer Planet Atmospheres Legacy) is a project to obtain long time baseline observations of the outer planets in order to understand their atmospheric dynamics and evolution as gas giants. The yearly observations from...
Astrum
How is it possible to measure the distance to stars and galaxies?
We can't use tape measures, rulers or lasers to measure the astronomical distances to stars and galaxies, so how do we do it?
Physics Girl
Stacked Ball Drop
What happens when you drop a perfectly balanced stack of balls? And how is the result like a supernova? The classic momentum transfer demonstration, taken to the next level. A big thank you to my nephews and niece Drew, Max and Whitney...
Science360
New Supernova Is Discovered by Young Citizen Scientist
There is no age restriction on the chance to make a significant contribution to our understanding of the universe. Caroline Moore, a 14-year-old from Warwick, N.Y., has made such a mark on astronomy with the discovery of Supernova...
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Black Holes
What is a black hole? How is it formed? And where are they? In this video, learn from Space Science specialist Douglas Equils about one of the most massive and mysterious things in our universe, black holes. From the GCSE / K12 "Earth...
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Life Cycle of Stars _ GCSE Physics
Doodle Science teaches you high school physics in a less boring way in almost no time! GCSE Science
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Tour Stunning Hubble Nebulae Images
Over the years, the Hubble Space Telescope has taken hundreds of images of different kinds of incredible nebulae in our universe. A nebula is a giant cloud of dust and gas in space. There are different types of nebulae, ranging from...