Author: Astronomy Staff

Exotic Objects, Science

First black holes kept to a strict diet, study shows

Science

Planetary Science Institute founder William K. Hartmann named 2010 Barringer Medal winner.

Exoplanets, Science

Kepler mission spies changing phases in a distant world

Science, Solar System

Surface features on Titan form like Earth’s, but with a frigid twist

Galaxies, Science

Hyperactive galaxies discovered in the early universe

Science

The Gravity and Extreme Magnetism Small Explorer mission will explore the polarized universe

Science

Spitzer sees the cosmos through “warm” infrared eyes

Astrophotography, Deep-Sky Objects, Observing

Imagers capture deep-sky targets

Astrophotography, Observing

Imagers capture the night sky

Science, Solar System

Imagers capture solar system targets

Cosmology, Science

Cosmic dance helps galaxies lose weight

Science, Solar System

Crashing comets not likely the cause of Earth’s mass extinctions