Webb opens new chapter in search for forming planets
Saturday, 30 March 2024 23:14
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Mar 28, 2024
In a pioneering effort to uncover the mysteries of planet formation, astronomers have directed the James Webb Space Telescope's (JWST) advanced capabilities toward protoplanetary disks, the birthplaces of planets. This initiative marks a significant milestone in the study of these nascent celestial bodies and their environments. Spearheaded by researchers from the University of Michigan, Univers
In a pioneering effort to uncover the mysteries of planet formation, astronomers have directed the James Webb Space Telescope's (JWST) advanced capabilities toward protoplanetary disks, the birthplaces of planets. This initiative marks a significant milestone in the study of these nascent celestial bodies and their environments. Spearheaded by researchers from the University of Michigan, Univers Long-Period Oscillations of Sun offer new insights
Saturday, 30 March 2024 23:14
Berlin, Germany (SPX) Mar 28, 2024
The mystery of the Sun's differential rotation, characterized by varying rotational speeds at different latitudes, has long been a subject of scientific curiosity. At the poles, a rotation cycle is completed in about 34 days, whereas at the equator, it takes approximately 24 days. Despite decades of observation and theoretical models suggesting a minor temperature variation between the solar pol
The mystery of the Sun's differential rotation, characterized by varying rotational speeds at different latitudes, has long been a subject of scientific curiosity. At the poles, a rotation cycle is completed in about 34 days, whereas at the equator, it takes approximately 24 days. Despite decades of observation and theoretical models suggesting a minor temperature variation between the solar pol Scientists propose a new way to search for dark matter
Saturday, 30 March 2024 23:14
Stanford CA (SPX) Mar 28, 2024
Ever since its discovery, dark matter has remained invisible to scientists, despite the launch of multiple ultra-sensitive particle detector experiments around the world over several decades.
Now, physicists at the Department of Energy's (DOE) SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory are proposing a new way to look for dark matter using quantum devices, which might be naturally tuned to detec
Ever since its discovery, dark matter has remained invisible to scientists, despite the launch of multiple ultra-sensitive particle detector experiments around the world over several decades.
Now, physicists at the Department of Energy's (DOE) SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory are proposing a new way to look for dark matter using quantum devices, which might be naturally tuned to detec Stardust analysis reveals secrets beyond Sol
Saturday, 30 March 2024 23:14
Sydney, Australia (SPX) Mar 28, 2024
A team led by Curtin University researchers has made a groundbreaking discovery, identifying a rare dust particle within an ancient meteorite that originates from a star beyond our Solar System. This significant finding was achieved under the guidance of lead researcher Dr. Nicole Nevill during her PhD tenure at Curtin, in collaboration with the Lunar and Planetary Science Institute and NASA's J
A team led by Curtin University researchers has made a groundbreaking discovery, identifying a rare dust particle within an ancient meteorite that originates from a star beyond our Solar System. This significant finding was achieved under the guidance of lead researcher Dr. Nicole Nevill during her PhD tenure at Curtin, in collaboration with the Lunar and Planetary Science Institute and NASA's J What do scientists hope to learn from total solar eclipse in US?
Saturday, 30 March 2024 23:14
Washington (AFP) Mar 28, 2024
When a rare total solar eclipse sweeps across North America on April 8, scientists will be able to gather invaluable data on everything from the Sun's atmosphere to strange animal behaviors - and even possible effects on humans.
It comes with the Sun near the peak of its 11-year solar cycle, setting the stage for a breathtaking display: The corona will glow spectacularly from the Moon's sil
When a rare total solar eclipse sweeps across North America on April 8, scientists will be able to gather invaluable data on everything from the Sun's atmosphere to strange animal behaviors - and even possible effects on humans.
It comes with the Sun near the peak of its 11-year solar cycle, setting the stage for a breathtaking display: The corona will glow spectacularly from the Moon's sil Lockheed Martin to develop advanced radar training system for USAF
Saturday, 30 March 2024 23:14
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Mar 28, 2024
In a significant advancement for military readiness, the U.S. Air Force has awarded Lockheed Martin a $276 million contract for the creation of the Variable Aperture Digital Radar (VADR) system under the Advanced Range Threat System Variant 3 (ARTS-V3) program. This new system is designed to prepare aircrews for encounters with sophisticated adversarial threats, utilizing both X-band and C-band
In a significant advancement for military readiness, the U.S. Air Force has awarded Lockheed Martin a $276 million contract for the creation of the Variable Aperture Digital Radar (VADR) system under the Advanced Range Threat System Variant 3 (ARTS-V3) program. This new system is designed to prepare aircrews for encounters with sophisticated adversarial threats, utilizing both X-band and C-band 
Curiosity rover searches for new clues about Mars' ancient water
Saturday, 30 March 2024 09:29
NASA's Curiosity rover has begun exploring a new region of Mars, one that could reveal more about when liquid water disappeared once and for all from the Red Planet's surface.
Canada's Niagara region declares a state of emergency to prepare for an influx of eclipse viewers
Saturday, 30 March 2024 09:21
Ontario's Niagara Region has declared a state of emergency as it prepares to welcome up to a million visitors for the solar eclipse in early April.
Technical setback delays launch of final Delta IV Heavy
Friday, 29 March 2024 21:03
Space Coast FL (SPX) Mar 29, 2024
Launch of the final Delta IV Heavy has been delayed until further notice. An issue with a liquid pump in the gaseous nitrogen pipeline, crucial for providing pneumatic pressure to the launch vehicle's systems, led to the postponement.
The anomaly prompted a meticulous troubleshooting process by the United Launch Alliance (ULA) team. Work to diagnose and rectify the issue is underway to ens
Launch of the final Delta IV Heavy has been delayed until further notice. An issue with a liquid pump in the gaseous nitrogen pipeline, crucial for providing pneumatic pressure to the launch vehicle's systems, led to the postponement.
The anomaly prompted a meticulous troubleshooting process by the United Launch Alliance (ULA) team. Work to diagnose and rectify the issue is underway to ens SKY Perfect JSAT hunting for more early-stage space opportunities
Friday, 29 March 2024 20:17
Blind people can hear and feel April's total solar eclipse with new technology
Friday, 29 March 2024 16:37
Mapping the best route for a spacecraft traveling beyond the sun's sphere of influence
Friday, 29 March 2024 16:35
The heliosphere—made of solar wind, solar transients, and the interplanetary magnetic field—acts as our solar system's personal shield, protecting the planets from galactic cosmic rays. These extremely energetic particles accelerated outwards from events like supernovas and would cause a huge amount of damage if the heliosphere did not mostly absorb them.
Currently, the scientific community cannot reach a consensus on the boundaries or contours of this protected space, and they're exploring mission concepts for an interstellar probe that travels beyond the sun's sphere of influence to answer these questions.