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Using a Neural Network to Find Exoplanets in K2 Data
In today’s paper, astronomers have created a neural network to aid humans in discovering exoplanets in K2 data.
Speed check on the ‘fastest’ star in Gaia
This astrobite looking at a star that is moving so fast, it can escape our galaxy. But is everything as it seems?
Zombie Star Went Supernova Twice?
A strange supernova dubbed iPTF14hls has astronomers scratching their heads. This article presents one possible explanation — pulsations in a massive, dying star.
How to Find Exoplanet Oceans
Finding an exoplanet ocean may seem like science fiction, but it’s more plausible than you might think!
Feeling gassy?
When does a planet form like a Neptune or like a Jupiter? Today’s bite explores this question!
STROOPWAFEL: An astrophysical algorithm, not a Dutch cookie
A new algorithm for improving simulations of binary star systems may lead to better understanding of gravitational waves.
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