Scientific research dealing with phenomena on celestial bodies and distant planets is almost guaranteed to yield interesting results. The newest experiment exposed a droplet of water squeezed between diamonds to an extremely powerful laser, which brought the temperature of water to the levels found on some stars. The result was a new water phase, very […]
Event Horizons: Venturing Beyond the Edge of Black Holes
Introduction to Black Holes and Event Horizons What is a Black Hole? A black hole is a region in space where the gravitational pull is so intense that nothing, not even light, can escape from it. This phenomenon occurs when a massive star collapses under its own gravity, compressing its mass into an infinitely […]
“Alien” invasions and the need for planetary biosecurity
When we explore space, we expose ourselves and our planet to the risk of an invasion. However, when we talk about this risk, we are not really thinking about some alien life form attacking humans. We are considering contamination on a microbiological level that can threaten our species, both animal and plants. The danger is […]
Wormholes could serve as stable conduits through space after all
At the basic level, the concept of a wormhole sounds simple enough. You need to connect a couple of black holes and the connection between them is a tunnel which can serve as a passageway for travelers through space. The idea itself is not new at all, and even Einstein considered its theoretical foundation. Recently, […]
Russian anti-satellite missile test was the first of its kind
The latest test conduct by Russia aimed at destroying satellites marked an important point in the series of tests. This is the first time that such test was a complete success, resulting in destruction of one of the Russia’s own satellites. Concurrently, Russians also deployed technology that does not result in destruction of intended target. […]
ISRO scientists discover star-planet bigger than Jupiter
Mount Abu, in India, is the site where a new exoplanet has been sighted. HD 82139 is the name of the exciting new discovery. More than 700 light years distant from our Earth, HD 82139 is huge. It’s mass is equal to 1.5 times the size of our own yellow dwarf star/sun. Data shows that […]
Entangled in Space: The Promising Intersection of Quantum Computing and Astrophysics
Introduction Overview of Quantum Computing and Astrophysics Quantum computing and astrophysics are two of the most groundbreaking fields in modern science. Quantum computing leverages the principles of quantum mechanics to process information in ways that classical computers cannot. This involves phenomena such as superposition, where quantum bits (qubits) can exist in multiple states simultaneously, […]
A new window to the early universe (and aliens?)
The James Webb telescope has had many setbacks and issues, but now it is finally completed and ready to look at deep space. There are two very big mission that the James Webb telescope will have to do. The first one is to look at infrared information taken from various stars and planets. The second […]
The New Crisis Jour: Space War and Space Terrorism
It almost seems that terrorism and counter-terrorism measures trade blows continuously. As we consider the arena where this happens, we inevitable have to start thinking about this battle happening in space. After all, the idea that terrorists can attack us from the space is not that far-fetched, considering the technological advances and the increasing complexity […]
Exploring Alien Planets: New Cereal Box-Sized Spacecraft Has Mighty Goals
Looking for life on other planets and far away stars is an ambitious project, but it starts with smaller goals of exploring closer celestial bodies. With technological and scientific advancements, these more achievable tasks can be undertaken by organizations that are not necessarily as big as NASA. Many academic institutions entered this arena and […]
