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Digital telescope project at Warwick secures grant for advanced sky monitoring
London, UK (SPX) Apr 12, 2024 The University of Warwick has received a GBP 3 million grant from the European Research Council to develop a digital telescope designed for continuous, high-sensitivity monitoring of the night sky. This innovative equipment will enable real-time detection of significant astrophysical phenomena such as stellar explosions and black hole mergers. It can also monitor satellites, asteroids, and hazardous space debris in Earth's orbit. Traditional astronomical setups typically feature a single tel ... read more |
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Massive star collapse confirmed as source of history's brightest gamma-ray burstLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 12, 2024 In a landmark observation, an international consortium of astrophysicists, led by experts at Northwestern University, documented the most intense gamma-ray burst (GRB) ever recorded in October 2022, ... more 
Georgia State's CHARA Array Adds Versatile Mobile TelescopeLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 10, 2024 A new mobile telescope has been installed at the Center for High Angular Resolution Astronomy (CHARA) at Georgia State University, enhancing global scientific access to advanced astronomical studies ... more 
Planetary Fates as Sun Transitions to White Dwarf Explored in New StudyLondon, UK (SPX) Apr 10, 2024 As our Sun ages and evolves into a white dwarf, the planets within our solar system face drastically different futures. While Earth's destiny-whether engulfed or spared by the expanding Sun-re ... more 
Galaxies grow more chaotic over timeSydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 08, 2024 A new study led by Professor Scott Croom of the ARC Centre of Excellence for All Sky Astrophysics in 3 Dimensions (ASTRO 3D) and the School of Physics has demonstrated that the age of a galaxy is th ... more |
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Scientists propose a new way to search for dark matterStanford CA (SPX) Mar 28, 2024 Ever since its discovery, dark matter has remained invisible to scientists, despite the launch of multiple ultra-sensitive particle detector experiments around the world over several decades. ... more 
Stardust analysis reveals secrets beyond SolSydney, Australia (SPX) Mar 28, 2024 A team led by Curtin University researchers has made a groundbreaking discovery, identifying a rare dust particle within an ancient meteorite that originates from a star beyond our Solar System. Thi ... more 
Astronomers Uncover the Legacy of a 12th Century Supernova with Multi-Telescope ObservationsParis, France (SPX) Mar 27, 2024 In 1181, observers from different parts of the world were captivated by the appearance of a new 'star' in the constellation Cassiopeia, an event now identified as a rare supernova explosion. Visible ... more 
SwRI Develops More Effective Particle Conversion Surfaces For Space InstrumentsLos Angeles CA (SPX) Mar 26, 2024 Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) is channeling internal funds towards the innovation of advanced conversion surfaces for spacecraft instruments. These surfaces, characterized by their ultra-smoot ... more 
Europe space telescope's sight restored after de-icing procedureParis (AFP) Mar 26, 2024 The vision of the Euclid space telescope has been restored following a delicate operation that successfully melted a thin layer of ice that had been clouding its sight, the European Space Agency announced on Tuesday. ... more |
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Cailabs Records Exceptional Growth in Photonics Sector Amid Industry Expansion
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Mar 26, 2024 In a significant uptick, Cailabs, a leader in laser communications, has reported a surge in its business, with new contracts for its Optical Ground Station (OGS) products increasing by 113% year over year and orders for its laser material processing products up by 180%. This growth aligns with the expanding photonics sector, which is experiencing robust demand across various industries, from defense to telecommunications. With its headquarters experiencing rapid expansion, Cailabs recently inaugur ... read more 
Gaia's Discovery Illuminates Ancient Star Streams Shaping the Milky WayParis, France (SPX) Mar 22, 2024 ESA's Gaia space telescope has made a interesting discovery in the history of the Milky Way by identifying two ancient star streams, Shakti and Shiva, which played a crucial role in the formation of ... more |
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Light manipulation through synthetic dimensionsLos Angeles CA (SPX) Mar 21, 2024 Synthetic dimensions (SDs) are at the forefront of physics research, promising a new understanding and manipulating light beyond the confines of traditional three-dimensional space. Utilized in topo ... more 
Clemson study tightens the noose on Dark Matter's mysteriesLos Angeles CA (SPX) Mar 20, 2024 In a breakthrough study, Clemson University's postdoctoral fellow Alex McDaniel has advanced our understanding of dark matter, potentially edging scientists closer to unraveling one of the universe' ... more 
GMV Secures Contract for Development of Time-Keeping Systems for Revolutionary SKA TelescopesLondon, UK (SPX) Mar 19, 2024 GMV has been selected to develop the Timescales for the Square Kilometre Array Observatory's (SKAO) innovative telescopes, positioning itself at the forefront of the next-generation radio astronomy. ... more 
Euclid's Mission to Clear Vision: Innovative De-Icing Operations CommenceParis (ESA) Mar 19, 2024 In a pioneering step towards maintaining the integrity of its mission, Euclid teams across Europe have embarked on a critical operation to remove thin layers of water ice affecting the spacecraft's ... more 
Radical cosmological model proposes a Universe without Dark MatterLos Angeles CA (SPX) Mar 18, 2024 A groundbreaking study by the University of Ottawa contends with the long-standing cosmic model, suggesting the universe is devoid of dark matter. The prevailing cosmic model divides the unive ... more |
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