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Understanding the processes behind magnetic braking in middle-aged stars

Research conducted by the Royal Astronomical Society has shed light on the phenomena of magnetic braking in stars and the implications for our own stellar neighbourhood.

Unravelling the mysteries of the unknown and dark Universe

The Center for Cosmology at the University of California, Irvine, is on the frontier of discoveries of the nature of our cosmos – such...

An up close and personal insight to the rings of Saturn

Dr Larry Esposito from the Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics at the University of Colorado, Boulder discusses Saturn’s rings – from Cassini discoveries to future exploration

SuperBIT telescope: Astronomical results for a down to Earth price

Researchers have developed an innovative balloon-borne telescope called SuperBIT that rivals the performance of the Hubble Space Telescope.

Understanding solar neutrinos and the primordial Sun

Professor Wick Haxton from the University of California Berkeley discusses neutrino experiments past and present and explains how solar neutrinos may also come to...

Physicists accurately quantify the electric field of the Sun

Physicists have calculated a definitive measurement of the Sun's electric field, providing insights into its effects on Earth.

Scientists identify an electron-capture supernova for the first time

A team of researchers has classified the first-ever electron-capture supernova, ending a long-standing debate of their existence.

Studying newly detected planets to learn more about Earth’s evolution

An international collaboration led by NASA is examining newly discovered planets in order to learn more about how the Earth and our solar system advanced throughout their ‘teenage’ years.  

Understanding the phenomenon of Jupiter’s X-ray aurora 

A group of scientists led by University College London and the Chinese Academy of Sciences have resolved the mystery of how Jupiter’s aurora generates X-ray bursts every few minutes. 

Winchcombe meteorite investigation may reveal origins of life on Earth

A novel study of the rare Winchcombe meteorite may potentially enable scientists to answer how life on Earth came into existence.

Unusually massive black hole population discovered in Palomar 5 cluster

An international group of scientists have identified that the Palomar 5 star cluster hosts an abnormally massive black hole population.

Caroline Herschel Medal announced to celebrate female astrophysicists

The UK government has revealed the Caroline Herschel Medal, which will be awarded for exceptional research by female astrophysicists.

Study finds conditions for life present on Jupiter but not on Venus

Groundbreaking research conducted by scientists at Queen's University Belfast indicates that Jupiter’s clouds hold the correct conditions to host life.

Mysteries of the Universe: What is it made of and where does it come from

Dr Katy Clough discusses how her STFC Ernest Rutherford Fellowship will enable her to investigate the biggest mysteries of the Universe.

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