Astrophysics
Astrophages: How Stars Devour Their Neighbors
Astrophages are stars that absorb material from a companion. We examine examples, observable evidence, and the limits of the term without sensationalism.
✦ AstrophysicsPhysicist vs. Astrophysicist: What’s the Difference?
Physicists and astrophysicists use the same laws but study different subjects, from laboratory systems to stars, black holes and galaxies.
✦ AstrophysicsNikolai Kardashev: The Astrophysicist and His Scale
Astrophysicist Nikolai Kardashev is known for a scale with three types. Explore what the classification measures—and where its limits lie.
✦ AstrophysicsArctic Mission to Prepare for Mars
Mars Society launches an ambitious year-long Arctic mission in 2026 to develop skills and technologies essential for future Mars expeditions.
✦ AstrophysicsMars Panorama in 4 Billion Pixels by Curiosity
In 2026, Curiosity rover unveiled a unique 4-billion-pixel panorama of Mars, revealing unprecedented geological and atmospheric details of the Red Planet.
✦ AstrophysicsA New Perspective on Saturn’s Northern Hexagon
Saturn's northern hexagon, a massive atmospheric vortex, reveals new secrets through 2026 data and missions, reshaping our understanding of planetary atmosphere
✦ AstrophysicsComplex Organics Found on Titan
Scientists have discovered complex organic molecules on Saturn's moon Titan, revealing new possibilities for astrobiology and life beyond Earth.
✦ AstrophysicsTitan’s North Pole Covered with Lakes
Research reveals that Titan's north pole is dotted with methane lakes, opening new frontiers in astronomy and astrophysics.
✦ AstrophysicsImage of an Exoplanet 155 Light-Years Away
Unique data on an exoplanet 155 light-years from Earth obtained via JWST telescope. A review of technologies and discoveries in exoplanet imaging.
✦ AstrophysicsMyth-Busting: Common Misconceptions About Black Holes
Explore prevalent myths surrounding black holes, their true nature, and the realities of these cosmic phenomena backed by concrete facts.
✦ AstrophysicsAstronauts Train Underwater for Deep Space Missions
The NEEMO project prepares astronauts for future missions, including Mars, using underwater training in the Mimic lab to develop essential skills.
✦ AstrophysicsUranus’s Trojan Asteroids in Pursuit
Trojan asteroids orbiting Uranus offer new insights into planetary system formation and dynamics, revealing clues about the early Solar System.