2,372 results for "planet"

A new study led by NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory has uncovered indirect evidence of a volcanic exomoon orbiting the distant exoplanet WASP-49 b, 635 light-years away. Researchers detected a large…

NASA has combined the observational power of the Hubble Space Telescope and New Horizons to simultaneously observe Uranus, offering new insights into the study of distant exoplanets. By comparing Hubble’s…

NASA is on the verge of a new era in space exploration with the launch of its Probe Explorers program. Two groundbreaking missions—an Advanced X-ray Imaging Satellite and a Far-Infrared…

The European Space Agency's Hera mission is set to launch aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral, aiming to study the aftermath of NASA's DART impact on the…

ESA and JAXA’s BepiColombo spacecraft has made significant discoveries during its third Mercury flyby, revealing surprising magnetic features such as energetic hot ions and potential ring currents. These findings are…

Astronomers have discovered a new planet, Barnard b, orbiting Barnard’s star, just six light-years away. Using advanced instruments, the planet was confirmed to be a low-mass, rocky world that completes…

University of Maryland geologists have uncovered the remains of an ancient seafloor buried deep beneath the Pacific Ocean, challenging long-standing theories about Earth's mantle dynamics. This discovery, led by Jingchuan…

For the first time, scientists have discovered solid evidence of a volcanic spatter cone on Mars, a feature long suspected but never observed until now.

A newly discovered Earth-like planet orbiting a dead star provides insights into Earth’s potential survival after the Sun becomes a white dwarf. Located around 4,000 light-years away, the planet endured…

Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) have observed the atmosphere of WASP-107b, a unique "super-puff" exoplanet the size of Jupiter but with just a tenth of its mass.…

Recent observations of the exoplanet WASP-76b, located about 640 light-years from Earth, have revealed a climate that seems straight out of a science fiction nightmare. Known as an ultra-hot Jupiter,...

NASA researchers have succeeded in recreating the strange "spider-like" formations observed on the surface of Mars, offering the most concrete explanation to date for these peculiar features. The formations, called...

Astronomers from Lund University in Sweden have made a surprising discovery that may reshape our understanding of planetary formation and stability. A small exoplanet, TOI-1408c, has been observed 455 light-years...

For years, astronomers have been hunting for Planet Nine, a hypothetical giant planet believed to be lurking at the far reaches of our solar system. Though it has never been...

The BepiColombo mission, a collaboration between the European Space Agency (ESA) and the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), successfully completed its fourth gravity assist flyby of Mercury on September 4,...

When people think about healthcare’s contribution to climate change, images of energy-hungry hospitals and heaps of single-use medical supplies often come to mind. But few would suspect that a critical...

Scientists have observed an unexpected increase in the ratio of deuterium to hydrogen in the atmosphere of Venus, a stunning discovery that could rewrite the textbooks on our closest planetary...

Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) have discovered six rogue planets drifting alone in a distant star-forming nebula within the Perseus Molecular Cloud, located approximately 960 light-years from...

This August, the night sky will host a rare and breathtaking astronomical event—a six-planet parade. Also known as a planetary alignment, this phenomenon will feature six of our solar system's...

Scientists have made a stunning discovery by revealing the presence of shocked gas in the protoplanetary disc surrounding the young star TW Hydrae, which could indicate the formation of a...

A groundbreaking new study has revealed that many rocky exoplanets, particularly larger ones known as "super-Earths," may have massive reservoirs of water trapped deep within their molten cores. This discovery...

In an alarming new report, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) confirmed what we feared: July 2024 marks the 14th straight month of record-breaking heat, a new all-time record...

Chinese scientists have achieved a remarkable breakthrough in Mars exploration by unveiling a high-resolution global color-image map of Mars. Created using data from China’s Tianwen-1 mission, the map offers an...

On the morning of Wednesday, August 14, 2024, skywatchers across the globe will have the rare opportunity to witness an extraordinary celestial event: a planetary conjunction where Jupiter and Mars...

In a groundbreaking new approach to terraforming Mars, scientists have proposed using specially engineered dust particles made from minerals already abundant on the Red Planet. This innovative idea, detailed in...

NASA has recently announced a significant achievement in the ongoing search for planets beyond our solar system, with the confirmation of over 5,500 exoplanets. This milestone not only underscores the...

Astronomers are advocating for a revised definition of what constitutes a planet, aiming to include thousands of celestial bodies orbiting stars other than our Sun. This initiative seeks to address...

In 2029, an asteroid larger than the Eiffel Tower, named 99942 Apophis, will skim past Earth, offering scientists a unique opportunity to study this near-Earth object up close. The European...

Recent discoveries using NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) have confirmed significant differences between the eternal morning and evening atmospheres on the distant exoplanet WASP-39b. This giant planet, located approximately...

Recent studies suggest there may be a new, mysterious planet hiding in the Oort Cloud, far beyond the known boundaries of our solar system. This potential discovery could redefine our...

Scientists have discovered hydrogen sulfide in the atmosphere of the exoplanet HD 189733b, marking the first detection of this molecule beyond our solar system. This discovery provides new insights into...

Newly released images from the European Space Agency’s (ESA) Mars Express orbiter have captured a breathtaking view of a massive "scar" on Mars' surface, known as Aganippe Fossa. This remarkable...

Astronomers and stargazers in the United States are in for a treat this weekend with a rare planetary alignment set to occur on Saturday, June 29. This celestial event, known...

Recent analysis of seismic data from NASA's InSight mission has uncovered that Mars is subjected to far more meteorite impacts than previously thought. This discovery provides new insights into the...

The presence of moons, or natural satellites, around planets has fascinated scientists and astronomers for centuries. While Earth has only one moon, many other planets in our solar system, such...

Recent studies leveraging data from NASA's Cassini spacecraft have revealed significant insights into the seasonal heat storms on Saturn. These findings challenge existing models and provide a deeper understanding of...

A recent discovery by the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has revealed the presence of sulfur dioxide (SO₂) in the atmosphere of the exoplanet GJ 3470b, challenging existing theories of...

Recent studies have cast doubt on the presence of a liquid water lake beneath the ice cap at Mars' south pole, a discovery that initially raised hopes for finding microbial...

Planet Labs PBC is on the verge of launching its first hyperspectral satellite, Tanager-1, which represents a major leap forward in the company's Earth imaging capabilities. This state-of-the-art satellite has...

NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has been making significant strides in the exploration of potentially habitable exoplanets. Recent observations have focused on a handful of small, rocky planets located within...

Hoosiers and skywatchers worldwide are gearing up for a much-anticipated celestial event on June 3, 2024: a planetary alignment involving six planets. However, NASA has tempered expectations about what will...

The universe is full of mysteries, and one of the most intriguing is the existence of rogue planets. Unlike the planets in our solar system, these celestial bodies do not...

Astronomers have identified a potentially habitable exoplanet, Gliese 12b, located in the habitable zone of its parent star, Gliese 12. This discovery raises exciting possibilities about the existence of life...

The European Space Agency's (ESA) Euclid telescope has achieved a remarkable milestone by capturing its first science images, offering breathtaking views of the cosmos. These images showcase the telescope's ability...

Next month, on June 3rd, a rare and spectacular astronomical event will take place. Six planets—Mercury, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune—will align in the night sky in an event...

The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has provided groundbreaking insights into the unusual exoplanet WASP-107 b, uncovering the mechanisms behind its unexpectedly low density. This discovery marks a significant step...

In the vast expanse of the universe, the discovery of WASP-193b stands as a testament to the unpredictability and diversity of planetary systems. This exoplanet, which orbits a Sun-like star...

In a remarkable advancement in the field of astronomy, an international team of astronomers has made a significant discovery—an Earth-sized planet orbiting an ultra-cool red dwarf star, located just 55...

In a groundbreaking discovery, the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has detected an atmosphere surrounding the exoplanet 55 Cancri e, often described as a "super-Earth." This marks the first time...

A thick atmosphere has been identified surrounding a planet twice the size of Earth in a nearby solar system, researchers said Wednesday. The so-called super Earth, also known as 55...