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UR: A Spectroscopic Study on Hα Variability

by Guest | Jul 25, 2021

In the latest of our #UndergradResearch series, Stan DeLaurentiis asks how reliable our Hα measurements of low-mass stars really are? And are they really solely influenced by a star’s magnetic activity?

Got ‘Em! An Eccentric, Long-Period Giant Sheds Light on Planet Migration

by Catherine Clark | Jul 24, 2021

Today’s authors yelled, “Got ’em!” when they discovered a failed hot Jupiter that aids in our understanding of giant planet migration.

Galactic Bars and Faded Stars

by Mitchell Cavanagh | Jul 23, 2021

New research shows that strong galaxy bars dramatically reduce star formation in galaxies.

From radar mystery to volcanic history: dating Venus’ lava flows with temperature-sensitive minerals

by Sasha Warren | Jul 22, 2021

When and where were the most recent volcanic eruptions on Venus? Ferroelectric minerals on the planet’s highest peaks might offer new clues…

Astrobites Statement on Harassment

by Astrobites | Jul 21, 2021

In keeping with our Statement of Inclusivity, we at Astrobites stand unequivocally with survivors of sexual violence and harassment.

A Metal-Poor Intergalactic Gas Cloud in the Early Universe

by Guest | Jul 21, 2021

Today’s guest post looks a gas cloud situated between galaxies that seems to lack the presence of metals!

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UR: A Spectroscopic Study on Hα Variability

by Guest | Jul 25, 2021 | Undergraduate Research

In the latest of our #UndergradResearch series, Stan DeLaurentiis asks how reliable our Hα measurements of low-mass stars really are? And are they really solely influenced by a star’s magnetic activity?