These two mission concepts would study the Sun’s influence on interplanetary study using SmallSat technologies
Space Exploration
Space Exploration
Astronomy
Why do some planets appear to move backwards through the sky?
You might not be aware, but planets can gradually change direction in the sky. We find out why
Deep Space
Very Large Telescope releases new view of ‘Cosmic Seagull’
The remarkable detail reveals the individual astronomical objects that make up the celestial bird, as well as the finer features within them
Solar System
“UK-sized swirls” are transporting energy throughout the solar atmosphere
This could explain the conundrum that is solar atmosphere’s temperature rising as you move further away
Astronomy
Why can’t I see red dwarf stars with the naked eye?
The nearest star to our Sun is a red dwarf but why is it a struggle to see it?
Space Exploration
NASA selects PUNCH mission to image the Sun’s outer atmosphere
Studying the Sun’s corona will help understand erratic solar behaviour that could potentially harm Earth
Deep Space
What happens when a star’s fuel runs out?
We find out what happens when a star uses up all of its fuel
Deep Space
What happens when a giant star meets a smaller star?
Does one devour the other, or do they both co-exist? Find out the answer when stellar giants collide
Solar System
Which comet takes the longest to orbit the Sun?
What is the longest-period comet we know about?
Solar System
Entering the danger zone: Solving the mystery of the Sun’s corona
As NASA’s Parker Solar Probe approaches the Sun, scientists are excitedly awaiting important evidence to explain its mysterious outer atmosphere
Deep Space
How many types of black hole are there?
These high-gravity objects come in more flavours than you might expect
Deep Space
Why are neutron stars so heavy?
We investigate why this is the case
Solar System
On which planet would I weigh the least?
Out of the eight planets, from Mercury to Neptune, on which of these would you weigh the least?
Deep Space
How are comets made?
We take a look at how these ‘dirty snowballs’ are made
Astronomy
Heroes of Space: Eugene Parker
His work in the field of solar physics changed our understanding of the Sun
Solar System
How did Mars get its polar ice caps?
It’s a fairly dry and dusty world, so how did Mars get its frosty poles?
Astronomy
NIGHT SKY: Get ready for Monday’s total lunar eclipse!
On 21 January skywatchers across many parts of the world will be able to see a total eclipse of the Moon
Solar System
Is the Sun pulling the planets closer to it?
Could the planets in our Solar System be getting closer and closer to the Sun?
Solar System
Why does Venus look blue in some spacecraft images?
What is it about this terrestrial world’s atmosphere that gives it its unusual colour?
Solar System
What colour are comets when they are not near the Sun?
Do comets look as vibrant when they’re not getting a helping hand from the Sun?