Space
The ‘Wow! signal’ has finally been deciphered
One of the most enduring mysteries of astronomy and space science is something that’s come to be universally known as the ‘Wow! signal’.
Tag: astronomy
News
NASA launches Europa Clipper into space in search for signs of life on Jupiter’s moon
Australia woke to news this morning that NASA’s latest spacecraft launch from Florida’s Kennedy Space Center was a huge success. Our own Karina Holden was there for lift off!
History & Culture
A telescope for a Golden Age
After a stellar 50 years as one of the country’s major scientific assets, the Anglo-Australian Telescope continues to play a major role in keeping Australian astronomy on the world stage.
News
NASA’s latest mission is looking for life on Jupiter
On October 10, NASA is launching a new mission to find habitable spots on Jupiter’s fourth-largest moon, Europa.
News
Meet Earth’s new mini-moon
Earth is getting a tiny new mini-moon for a few weeks. It won’t be the first – or the last.
Science & Environment
Mapping confirms waves on Saturn’s moon
Most Australians are enthusiastic beachgoers, and we all take for granted the waves that wash our shores. But supposing there were seas on other worlds – would they have such waves too?
News
6 things learned about Earth from meteorites and comets
Comets and meteorites aren’t just space rocks; they’re a window into the history of Earth and have plenty to teach about the planet’s formation.
News
Avoiding asteroids: what do we do without a planetary defence mission?
NASA just shut down a planetary defence mission that tracks asteroids. So, what happens now?
Science & Environment
Astronomers liken gamma-ray bursts to lighthouse beams
What would happen if time suddenly began running backwards? Of course, it can’t do that, but the question is one that recently crossed the minds of a team of astronomers in the USA.
Science & Environment
What is an ‘ocean world’?
One of the big surprises that’s come in recent years from our exploration of the solar system is the existence of icy ocean worlds in its outer reaches. Most are moons of the giant planets, although some dwarf planets such as Pluto may also have a similar structure.