Jupiter Was Once 2.5 Times Its Current Size, New Study Reveals
New research has unveiled intriguing details about Jupiter’s formative years, suggesting that 4.5 billion years ago, the gas giant was a staggering 2.5 times its current size.
The Quest for a Solar System Twin: Challenges in Exoplanet Discovery
The Copernican principle, a fundamental idea in astronomy, posits that Earth and humanity do not hold a unique or privileged position in the cosmos.
Scientists Solve Long-Standing Mystery of Earth’s Deep D” Layer
Deep within the Earth, approximately 2,700 kilometers below the surface, lies the enigmatic D” layer.
Breakthrough Discovery Identifies Site of First Encounter Between Homo Sapiens and Neanderthals in the Zagros Mountains
A significant advancement in the study of human evolution has pinpointed the site where Homo sapiens and Neanderthals first met, revealing that their encounter did not take place in the famed caves of
Pope Leo XIV Inspires Scientists to Harness Cosmic Curiosity for Global Good
In a recent address to participants of the Vatican Observatory’s Summer School, Pope Leo XIV encouraged scientists to channel their exploration of the cosmos into creating a more just and peaceful world.
New Research Reveals 14,000-Year-Old Mummified ‘Puppies’ Are Actually Wolves
YORK, England — A pair of remarkably preserved ice age specimens once thought to be early domesticated dogs are now identified as wolf pups, according to new research findings.
Discovery of Hidden Plumes May Transform Understanding of Earth’s Heat Flow
Recent research indicates that the Earth’s mantle may contain hidden plumes that release heat from its core, a finding that could reshape our comprehension of heat transfer from the planet’s inner structures.
Anchorage-Born Doctoral Candidate Unveils Innovative Solar Research at AAS Meeting
Amanda Stricklan, a doctoral candidate from Anchorage, made a noteworthy presentation titled “A New Explanation for Coronal Rain Formation” during the 246th American Astronomical Society meeting at the Dena’ina Center on Wednesday.
Scientists Stunned by Discovery of Nearly Perfectly Spherical Celestial Object
The Australian SKA Pathfinder Telescope has made an astonishing discovery: a celestial object exhibiting an almost perfect spherical shape.
James Webb Telescope Uncovers Unique Climate Dynamics on Pluto
Astronomers utilizing the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) have once again highlighted Pluto’s capability to surprise as they explore the far reaches of our solar system.