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Exoplanet

An exoplanet is a planet located outside our solar system. These celestial bodies orbit stars other than the Sun. Scientists discover exoplanets using various methods, such as the transit method and radial velocity. They vary in size, composition, and distance from their stars. Some may even have conditions suitable for life. Research on exoplanets expands our understanding of the universe.

NASA’s Roman Space Telescope: Peering into the Milky Way’s Heart

NASA's forthcoming Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is set to provide an unprecedented view of the heart of our Milky Way galaxy. The mission's primary objective is to...

 October 26, 2023

Webb Space Telescope Detects Quartz Crystals in Clouds of Distant Hot Gas Giant

Researchers using NASA's James Webb Space Telescope have made a groundbreaking discovery by detecting evidence of quartz nanocrystals in the high-altitude clouds of WASP-17 b, a distant hot...

 October 19, 2023

Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS)

Using NASA's Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS), an international team of astronomers has identified a novel exoplanet orbiting a distant star. TESS, launched in April 2018, is on...

 September 28, 2023

K2-18b

NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has provided preliminary evidence suggesting the presence of life-related molecules on the distant exoplanet K2-18b, located over 120 light-years from Earth. K2-18b, discovered...

 September 15, 2023

Pulsar

Pulsars, the fascinating remnants of massive stars, are celestial objects that emit regular bursts of radiation with extraordinary precision. These pulsating cosmic beacons have captivated astronomers since their...

 July 22, 2023

Chandrayaan 3: India’s Mission to Explore the Lunar Surface

On July 14, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched its third lunar mission, Chandrayaan 3, from Sriharikota. This ambitious mission aims to further India's exploration of...

 July 18, 2023

Closest Stars to Earth

The universe is a vast expanse, filled with billions of stars scattered across its tapestry. Among these stellar entities, some shine particularly bright in our night sky as...

 July 10, 2023

Introduction To Astronomy

Astronomy, the study of celestial objects, their motions, and the universe as a whole, has fascinated humans for centuries. From ancient civilizations gazing at the night sky to...

 July 5, 2023

Q+A: NASA’s TESS mission and TOI 700 Star System

The Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS) mission is a NASA space telescope that is designed to search for exoplanets using the transit method. It surveys the sky to...

 January 11, 2023

Planets

The study of planets has captivated human curiosity for centuries. These celestial bodies, each with its unique characteristics, offer a glimpse into the vastness and complexity of our...

 November 26, 2022

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