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The sheer scale of the universe may oftentimes escape everyday description; our “pale blue dot” may sometimes feel miniscule compared with the sheer scale of the rest of the universe. In response to this, Modern Sciences champions the latest in astronomical developments and discoveries, to help us truly understand what lies beyond our blue skies—not just the universe as how we see it, but a universe in which we are a part. “We are made of star stuff,” after all.
ETH Zurich Study Links Climate Change to Earth’s Rotational Shift
At a Glance Researchers at ETH Zurich have conducted groundbreaking research into the causes behind long-term changes in…
NASA’s JWST Discovery Challenges Galactic Evolution Theories
At a Glance A groundbreaking discovery by NASA‘s James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has shaken up the scientific…
The science behind splashdown − an aerospace engineer explains how NASA and SpaceX get spacecraft safely back on Earth
The Orion capsule from NASA’s Artemis I mission splashes down. NASA via AP Marcos Fernandez Tous, University of…
Astronomers Unravel Mystery of Massive Black Holes and Dark Matter
At a Glance In a groundbreaking discovery, the gravitational wave detectors LIGO and Virgo have identified a group…
Can We Predict How Many Aliens Are Out There?
Introduced in 1961 by Frank Drake, the Drake equation estimates the number of advanced alien civilizations in our…
New Study Explores Teleparallel Gravity to Unravel Universe Expansion Mysteries
At a Glance In a recent study, scientists have delved into teleparallel gravity, aiming to unravel the mysteries…
Scientists can’t agree on how fast the universe is expanding – why this matters so much for our understanding of the cosmos
James Webb Space Telescope, NASA Gemma Ware, The Conversation It’s one of the biggest puzzles in cosmology. Why…
Ancient Encounter with Interstellar Cloud Altered Earth’s Climate, Study Reveals
At a Glance Earth experienced a dramatic encounter with an interstellar cloud two million years ago that may…
There’s Something Previously Undiscovered In This Solar Eclipse Photo
During the 2024 total solar eclipse, Destin Sandlin attempted to capture a unique photo on a single piece…