Author: Astronomy Staff

Exotic Objects, Science

Swift satellite records early phase of gamma-ray burst

Exotic Objects, Science, Stars

Geriatric pulsar still kicking

Robotic Spaceflight, Science, Solar System, Space Exploration

Cassini maps global pattern of Titan’s dunes

Human Spaceflight, Space Exploration

Space shuttle program completes new plan for next launch

Science, Solar System

Scientists uncover a curious case of missing asteroids

Science

NASA’s Goddard brings the Moon to Earth

Science

Into the Eye of the Helix

Robotic Spaceflight, Space Exploration

Launch of carbon-seeking satellite is unsuccessful

Science, Solar System

Watching Venus glow in the dark

Science, Stars

Turbulence may promote the birth of massive stars

Science

Is there a simple way for amateur collectors to determine if meteorites for sale are authentic?

Stars

Why do images of stars often show four spikes radiating from the stars’ centers?