A Black Hole Egg that Forgot to Hatch
Giant black holes may have hatched from cosmic eggs. What happens when we find one on our doorstep?
Taking Photos with the Lens Cap On: A Search for Dark Matter by JWST
We’ve all seen the stunning images from JWST that have been revealing more and more about the Universe. In today’s paper, we find out that JWST’s camera can take informative photos even with a lens cap on.
Hula Hooping with the Stars
JWST liked it so much it put two rings on it: a pair of dying stars dance at the heart of this spectacular nebula that is enriching the Galaxy.
UR: Infrared Spectrum: Probing for life beyond the visible
In the latest of our #UndergradResearch series, discover how Diya Talesara uses IR spectroscopy to study biosignatures in exoplanet data.
How stars dust themselves off and emerge from their hidden birthplaces
When stars are born, they’re hidden behind dust and dense gas. How long will it take them to emerge?
The Anatomy of Active Galactic Nuclei
Active Galactic Nuclei produce some of the most dazzling fireworks in the Universe. Let’s dissect one to figure out what powers them!