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Space exploration with NASA: Where will space research take us in 2025?

2024 was a year of remarkable achievements for NASA, marked by groundbreaking missions, scientific discoveries, technological advancements and continued space exploration. As we prepare for 2025, the agency continues to push the boundaries of human exploration and knowledge.

Astronomers locate unknown object within the Milky Way: NGC 1851

Astronomers have discovered a mysterious celestial object in the Milky Way using the MeerKAT Radio telescope.

Astronomers discover an Earth-sized planet in our cosmic backyard

A team of astronomers has identified a planet closer and younger than any other Earth-sized world.

Key step in the formation of unique moon rocks revealed

Scientists have unveiled a crucial process in creating a distinctive rock type found on the Moon. This discovery highlights these lunar rocks' signature composition and presence.

Researchers identify missing component in Venus’ clouds

Researchers may have cracked the long-standing mystery surrounding the colour and splotchiness of Venusian clouds in the UV range.

The exploration of cosmic origins through galaxy shapes

Recent research searches through the origins of present-day cosmic structures by analysing over one million galaxies.

Hidden population of stars behind mysterious supernovae

Scientists have unravelled the mystery surrounding hydrogen-poor supernovae, cosmic explosions that can outshine entire galaxies.

Decoding ‘Steve’ and its picket fence glow

The enigmatic mauve and white streaks known as "Steve" and its accompanying glowing "picket fence" have been a mystery to scientists since their recognition as distinct phenomena in 2018.

James Webb Space Telescope unveils mysteries of “The Brick”

In a recent study by University of Florida astronomer Adam Ginsburg, researchers have used the James Webb telescope (JWST) to uncover the mysterious dark region at the centre of our Milky Way galaxy, named "The Brick".

New discovery unveils key to predicting solar activity peaks

Scientists at IISER Kolkata utilise decades-old data to enhance solar cycle forecasting and predicting solar activity peaks.

Telescope array discovers second-highest-energy cosmic ray

In 1991, the Fly's Eye experiment at the University of Utah made a groundbreaking discovery by detecting the highest-energy cosmic ray ever recorded.

A ‘Triple Star’ discovery set to revolutionise stellar evolution understanding

A groundbreaking revelation by scientists at the University of Leeds has the potential to reshape astronomers' understanding of some of the largest and most prevalent stars in the universe.

JWST: Dwarf galaxies utilise a 10-million-year lull to propel star formation

University of Michigan researchers have unveiled a cosmic phenomenon in dwarf galaxies, shedding light on their stellar productivity. Dwarf galaxies, less evolved than their massive counterparts, boast expansive star-forming regions and higher star formation rates.

Unveiling the secrets of teenage galaxies: A JWST breakthrough

In a groundbreaking study, astronomers led by Carnegie's Gwen Rudie and Northwestern University's Allison Strom uncovered unprecedented details about "teenage galaxies" that formed just 2 to 3 billion years after the Big Bang.

Leonid Meteor shower to illuminate UK skies this weekend

This weekend, the night sky will be illuminated by the spectacular Leonid meteor shower, providing a captivating show for stargazers. 

NASA’s dark matter discoveries

A groundbreaking recovery system developed by researchers at the University of Sydney has successfully salvaged data from a NASA mission to map dark matter surrounding galaxy clusters.

Space breakthrough: Mars immigration advancements

Recent breakthroughs in Mars exploration bring humanity closer to realising Mars immigration dreams. The key lies in overcoming the challenge of oxygen scarcity for long-term survival.

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