Joseph ShavitApr 13, 2022Giant space telescopes could be made out of liquidThe larger the mirror, the more light is collected. This means that we can see farther back in time to observe star and galaxy formation.
Joseph ShavitApr 12, 2022If aliens were sending us signals, this is what they might look likeFor more than 60 years, scientists have been searching for possible signs that would indicate the existence of extraterrestrial intelligence
Joseph ShavitApr 9, 2022Astronomers detect galactic space laserA powerful radio-wave laser, called a ‘megamaser’, has been observed by the MeerKAT telescope in South Africa.
Joseph ShavitFeb 26, 2022The Milky Way has devoured at least six other galaxies, leaving 'crumbs' everywhereAstronomers identified a number of stellar streams from past mergers years ago, and also used globular clusters to construct a timeline.
Joseph ShavitFeb 24, 2022New insights found into how the Milky Way formed and evolved Our galaxy is a giant ‘smoothie’ of blended stars and gas but a new study tells us where the components came from.
Joseph ShavitNov 22, 2021Cosmic dust may be key source of phosphorus for life on EarthWhen Earth formed 4.5 billion years ago, any phosphorus that was present likely sank into the molten core due to the element's properties.
Joshua ShavitSep 23, 2021Cosmic Dawn answers astronomy's greatest cosmic mysteriesFor astronomers, the ability to observe the Cosmic Dawn represents an opportunity to answer the most enduring cosmic mysteries.