China’s Jiaotong University Spectroscopic Telescope Set to be Operational in 2026
China’s Jiaotong University Spectroscopic Telescope, set to be operational in 2026, will be a game-changer in exoplanet exploration with its 4.4-meter aperture and high-precision spectrometer. Located in northwest China’s Qinghai Province, it is expected to lead to breakthrough research results in time-domain astronomy and remain the most dominant spectral telescope in China for a significant period.
Harvard Professor Claims New Evidence of Alien Spacecraft
Harvard astronomy professor Avi Loeb claims to have found new evidence of alien spacecraft in small magnetic spherules recovered from the Pacific Ocean. Despite facing criticism, Loeb defends his work as evidence-based and not opinion-driven. This is not the first time Loeb has made controversial claims about extraterrestrial objects, and he has founded The Galileo Project at Harvard to search for extraterrestrial life using machine learning and observatories.
Astronomers Witness Powerful Jets Ejected from Supermassive Black Hole Perseus A
Astronomers have made a groundbreaking observation of the supermassive black hole, Perseus A, using the Event Horizon Telescope. This discovery sheds light on the battle between magnetism and gravity within black holes, providing valuable insights into their feeding mechanisms and the formation of powerful jets that extend far beyond their host galaxies.
Anticipation Grows for 2024 Total Solar Eclipse
Excitement is building for the upcoming total solar eclipse set to occur in 2024, and people are eager to witness this rare celestial event. The duration of totality and the number of people who will be able to see it…
Study Explores Dark Matter’s Role in Galactic Dynamics
Dark matter, the elusive substance that makes up much of the matter in the universe, continues to intrigue astronomers. A recent study, detailed in the pre-print server arXiv, delves into the speed at which dark matter can move and its…
North American Sky-Gazers Prepare for Total Solar Eclipse
On April 8, 2024, North American sky-gazers will experience one of the decade’s most buzzed-about interstellar events: a total solar eclipse. During this event, the moon will slide between Earth and the sun, turning day into eerie dusk along a…
February Skygazing: What to Expect in the Night Sky This Month
February skygazing: Here’s what you can expect to see in the night sky this month By Andrew Wulfeck February is a time period that astronomers are hoping quickly passes by as there are few significant events on the docket for…
Next Total Solar Eclipse Set for April 2024
Mark Your Calendars: The Next Total Solar Eclipse Is Happening in April 2024 Get ready to witness a celestial marvel! The next total solar eclipse is set to occur on Monday, April 8, 2024. This extraordinary event will mark the…
Groundbreaking Discovery of Multi-Planet Star System
Scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery of a multi-planet star system, offering a rare glimpse into the formation and behavior of planets around a newly formed star. The star, TOI-1136, is a dwarf star located in the Milky Way galaxy,…
2024 Total Solar Eclipse: A Spectacular Event Not to be Missed
The next total solar eclipse is set to take place on Monday, April 8, 2024, and it’s an event that’s not to be missed. Total solar eclipses occur when the moon comes between the Earth and the sun, casting a…