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Guest: Novel Clues to the Formation of Ultra-Compact Dwarf Galaxies
In today’s bite, we look at some newly observed systems in the Virgo cluster. These observations provide clues to understanding how some of the most dense galaxies known to us form.
The Final Frontier for the Circular Economy
It can be that recycling, however necessary and advantageous, is not the most exciting topic you could think of. What if, in real sci-fi fashion, we do recycling in space?
From Screen to Sky: The Space Odyssey and The Space Mission
Recently the world has been entertained and inspired by Project Hail Mary and the Artemis II mission, so let’s compare some real and fictional space missions over the decades.
Uncertainty is the only certainty in gravitational waveforms
Most gravitational-wave models throw away uncertainty, which could make Einstein’s theory look wrong when it isn’t. Today’s authors show when this could happen and how to take care of the problem.
Astrobites x Earth Week 2026: How to build a telescope sustainably with Dr. Laurane Fréour
For Earth Week 2026, we’re focusing on how astronomers can build more sustainable instruments. Dr. Laurane Fréour is working on just that!
Speeding Under Pressure on the Intergalactic Highway.
Using low frequency radio observations of the galaxy NGC 2276 with the uGMRT and LOFAR telescopes, the authors discover that the galaxy has a trail of gas about 100 kiloparsecs long! As the galaxy moves through the local ionised medium, the pressure exerted on it removes gas from it’s disk.
Beyond astro-ph
Astronomy beyond the research
The Atmosphere’s Health is Astronomy’s Future
Learn how rocket launches and the demand for satellites threaten astronomy and the ozone layer.
A Commentary on Academic Astronomy: From the perspective of The Little Prince
In today’s bite, the author dives into this beloved classic to search for lessons it has for everyone in academic astronomy
Representation matters in physics teaching: introducing the Contemporary Physicists project
Looking to add a more modern touch to your physics teaching? Check out “Bringing Contemporary Physicists to the Classroom” for resources, slide decks, and more!
Navigating careers in astronomy
Career advice
Meet the AAS Keynote Speakers: Kathryne Daniel
Today we interview astrophysicist Kathryne Daniel for her plenary talk at #AAS242!
Meet the AAS Keynote Speakers: Klaus Pontoppidan
Learning about the Origin of Rocky Planets and their Atmospheres: We interviewed astronomer Dr. Klaus Pontoppidan about his upcoming plenary talk at the #AAS242!
Meet the AAS Keynote Speakers: Julia Blue Bird
Learning about Galaxy Evolution over Cosmic Time: We interviewed astronomer Dr. Julia Blue Bird about her plenary talk at the upcoming #AAS242!