Guide to Adaptive Optics
Adaptive optics is a key technology for modern astronomical observations, and we’ve got a great overview of it for you in this guide!
Reiterating Our Stance on Harassment
In keeping with our Statement of Inclusivity and Code of Conduct, we at Astrobites stand unequivocally with survivors of abuse, bullying, and sexual harassment. This statement is being issued in light of new developments in a harassment case that began at Caltech in 2016.
Many Astronomers Love Sci-Fi, and There’s Evidence to Prove It!
New research surveyed astronomers to see if sci-fi really does inspire people’s careers in astronomy
New insights into the puzzle of NGC 1068
Today’s authors delve into the AGN-starburst composite galaxy NGC 1068, and discuss a model for its multi-messenger emission.
I Know We’ve (NIR)Cam So Far (But We Got So Far To Go)
Today’s bite summarizes some of JWST NIRCam’s initial instrumentation challenges.