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It’s not you, it’s me. I just need several parsec of space.
What does a stellar breakup look like? So dramatic that the stars can’t wait to get away from each other! Today’s authors use physics to search for the one who got away.
UR: Data-Driven Analysis of Galactical Evolution
In the latest of our #UndergradResearch series, discover how to estimate the metallicities of early galaxies using line ratios from JWST with Vidit Bhandari.
Testing cosmology with galaxy motions: what we can learn from measurements of the bulk flow
In today’s Astrobite, we discuss how the motions of galaxies may indicate the presence of large structures in the nearby Universe and put the Lambda-CDM model to the test.
Connections Between X-Ray and Neutrino Emission?
Today’s authors investigate how the physics in the extreme environments in the centers of galaxies leads to connections between X-rays and ghostly particles called neutrinos!
The First Semester as Faculty: Interview with Professor Jiayin Dong
I sat down with the newest astronomy professor at UIUC to ask about her first semester as a faculty member and how she made the transition to a permanent position.
Observing the End of Star Formation in Galaxies
These galaxies are on the brink of entering their “quiet” phase.
Beyond astro-ph
Astronomy beyond the research
Equitable access in an increasingly computational world
As physics/astronomy become increasingly computational, training and infrastructure have struggled to keep pace. In today’s bite we discuss these issues and a new company, Camber, working to streamline research and democratize high performance computing!
Radio summer camp! A recap of the 20th NRAO Synthesis Imaging Workshop
Have you ever wondered what graduate students do for the summer? Find out in this post beyond the arXiv!
Book Review: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Astronomy: A Modern History by Dr. Jörg Matthias Determann
In today’s bite, we took a look at a @JMDetermann’s modern history of DEI efforts in astronomy!
Navigating careers in astronomy
Career advice
MIT PhysGAAP: Here to help with your physics graduate school application
MIT’s PhysGAAP Program pairs PhD applicants with grad student mentors, and provides resources for navigating the grad school application process. Apply by Nov. 6th!
Interested In Science Writing? The AAAS Mass Media Fellowship May Be For You…
As a 2021 AAAS Mass Media Fellow, I learned what it meant to be a science journalist. Here are some tips that might help you do the same!
Understanding the Rent Burden in Astronomy
Is your rent astronomical??