Scientists find link between black holes and dark energy
Researchers have uncovered the first evidence of “cosmological coupling”—a newly predicted phenomenon in Einstein’s theory of gravity, possible only when black holes are placed inside an evolving universe.
Images of nearby galaxies offer clues about star formation
It is a popular notion that aside from large celestial objects like planets, stars and asteroids, outer space is empty.
In fact, galaxies are filled...
Astronomers take a deeper, detailed look at a distant galaxy megacluster
Scientists have released a stunning new image of the region of space known as Pandora’s Cluster. Say cheese, Pandora.
Scientists detect a tadpole playing around black hole
A peculiar cloud of gas, nicknamed the Tadpole due to its shape, appears to be revolving around a space devoid of any bright objects.
This...
Without more data, a black hole’s origins can be spun in any direction
Researchers say that current results depend on models rather than data.
Clues to a black hole's origins can be found in the way it spins,...
Scientists detect a new ring system in our Solar System
Scientists have discovered a new ring system around a dwarf planet on the edge of the Solar System.
NASA’s Curiosity finds surprise clues to Mars’ watery past
Among other discoveries made by the rover, rippled rock textures suggest lakes existed in a region of ancient Mars that scientists expected to be...
Space dust could help protect the earth from climate change
A new study led by scientists at the Center for Astrophysics | Harvard & Smithsonian and the University of Utah explores the potential of using space dust to shield sunlight.
Astronomers reveals galaxy gold mine in first large survey
Over 200,000 astronomical objects including distant stars and galaxies have been mapped in 3D for the first time.
Astronomers have barely scratched the surface of...
Scientists detect a black hole table for two
Astronomers have discovered a galactic table for two—a pair of unusually close black holes that are feeding together after their respective galaxies collided.