Two SMCs are Better than One
Today’s paper explores the recent exciting discovery that the SMC is actually composed of two distinct star-forming systems.
Horse(head)s in the Galactic Ecosystem
All galaxies are a complex ecosystem of interactions between hydrogen gas and stars. In today’s paper, the authors look at the Horsehead Nebula to narrow down the details of those interactions.
The Metallicity Mystery of Mrk 71
In today’s paper, astronomers have accurately determined the properties of a nearby, giant star-forming region in the galaxy NGC 2366.
Astrobites at AAS 238: Day 2
We report on Day 2 of the virtual summer AAS meeting.
Meet the AAS Keynote Speakers: Dr. Blakesley Burkhart
Ever wondered what role turbulence and other aspects of fluid dynamics play in the formation of stars in galaxies? Find out at Dr. Burkhart’s #AAS238 Annie Jump Cannon Prize lecture on Tuesday, 8th June!
Meet the AAS Keynote Speakers: Dr. Jenny Bergner
You know ices are cold, but do you know just how cool they are? Hear all about it at Dr. Jenny Bernger’s LAD Dissertation Prize lecture at #AAS238!