Stellar Cradles and Graves Seen in Farthest Galaxy Ever
Research team observes evidence suggesting star formation in a nebula 13 billion light-years away
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Never-before-Seen Way to Annihilate a Star
Observatory traces GRB to nucleus of ancient galaxy, suggesting stars can undergo demolition-derby-like collisions
Metal-Poor Stars Are More Life-Friendly
A star’s chemical composition strongly influences the ultraviolet radiation it emits into space
Relativistic Jets Blowing Bubbles in the Central Region of the Teacup Galaxy
The new research helps scientists understand the impact jets have on star formation
Astrophysicists Discover the Perfect Explosion in Space
The discovery suggests that kilonovae simulations have been lacking important physics
Study Reveals Complex Chemistry inside ‘Stellar Nurseries’
Researchers findings show that ortho-benzyne can combine with other molecules to form larger organic molecules
For the First Time Hubble Directly Measures Mass of a Lone White Dwarf
The white dwarf star was found to be 56 percent the mass of our Sun, supporting theoretical predictions
Volcano-Like Rupture Could Have Caused Magnetar Slowdown
Star’s sudden 2020 slowdown allows for test of "anti-glitch" theory
Stars Disappear before Our Eyes, Citizen Scientists Report
Educational program reveals how increasing light pollution is robbing us of the night sky
Webb Space Telescope Reveals Previously Shrouded Newborn Stars
Webb’s infrared camera peers through dust clouds, enabling discovery