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Feb12025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Doomsday Rock? NASA Flags Asteroid That Might Strike Earth in 2032

NASA has identified an asteroid, 2024 YR4, that carries a 1-in-83 chance of colliding with Earth on December 22, 2032. If the asteroid, estimated to be 130 to 300 feet in diameter, strikes a densely populated area, it could unleash devastation equivalent to 8 megatons of TNT 500 times the power of the Hiroshima bomb. Discovered on December 27, 2024, by the NASA-funded ATLAS station in Chile, 2024 YR4 quickly appeared on NASA’s Sentry risk list, which tracks potentially hazardous space rocks. However, experts emphasize that early impact probabilities often change with further observations, and there is still a 99% chance the asteroid will miss Earth. NASA continues to monitor the asteroid’s trajectory closely, collecting more data to refine its impact risk. While past asteroids have b...

Jan182025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Supermassive Black Hole 700 Million Times the Sun’s Mass Fires Energy Beam at Earth

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Astronomers have unveiled the most ancient blazar ever observed a supermassive black hole from the early universe shooting an energy beam directly toward Earth. This cosmic behemoth, with a mass equivalent to 700 million suns, offers scientists a rare glimpse into the universe’s formative years. Published in The Astrophysical Journal Letters, the study titled Properties and Far-infrared Variability of a z = 7 Blazar marks a breakthrough in understanding supermassive black holes. The newly identified blazar, named J0410−0139, lies an astounding 12.9 billion light-years away. Its energy beam has traveled nearly 13 billion years to reach Earth, originating just 800 million years after the Big Bang. This makes it the farthest blazar ever detected, outpacing the previous record-holder by ...

Jan102025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Future of Space Science: ISRO Chief S Somanath Inspires Students at START 2025 Launch

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In a virtual keynote at the launch of ISRO's START 2025 programme, Chairman S Somanath painted an inspiring yet realistic picture of space science. Addressing 20,000 students from over 560 institutions, he emphasized that the field is not just about the thrill of exploring the universe but also about rigorous, time-intensive work. “Space science isn’t just excitement; it’s about crunching numbers, solving formulas, and building systems like satellites, rockets, and sensors,” he said, underlining the demanding nature of the discipline. The START programme, which runs until January 29, aims to introduce students to both the thrilling and technical aspects of space missions. “We’ll talk about our exciting space missions, but also the science behind orbits, trajectories, and rocket build...

Jan102025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Space Station Crew Prepares for Upcoming Spacewalks and Advances Scientific Research

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The Expedition 72 team aboard the International Space Station (ISS) is in full swing, balancing scientific research, astronaut training, and preparation for two upcoming spacewalks aimed at enhancing the station's capabilities. The crew's efforts exemplify the critical collaboration and ingenuity required for space exploration. NASA Flight Engineers Don Pettit and Nick Hague focused on advancing scientific understanding and ensuring the safety of future space missions. Pettit began his day collecting biological samples for storage in the station's science freezer, contributing to ongoing studies on human health in microgravity. He then turned his attention to the Combustion Integrated Rack, swapping out experiment samples to study flame behavior in weightlessness. These findings are exp...

Jan82025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

V Narayanan Named New ISRO Chief Now Succeeding S Somanath and takeover Office on January 14

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The Union government has announced that V Narayanan will succeed S Somanath as the chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and the secretary of the Department of Space. Narayanan, currently the director of the Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC), will take over on January 14, 2025, for a term of two years or until further orders. Narayanan is a distinguished scientist and an expert in rocket and spacecraft propulsion, has been with ISRO since 1984. Over his nearly 40-year career, he has played a pivotal role in various landmark projects, particularly in solid and liquid propulsion systems: Worked on the Solid Propulsion systems of the Augmented Satellite Launch Vehicle (ASLV) and Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) during ISRO’s early years. Contributed t...

Dec272024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

SpaceX Gears Up for All Major Space Missions in 2025

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Elon Musk SpaceX is set to push the boundaries of space exploration in 2025 with an impressive lineup of launches and collaborations. Since its inception in 2002, SpaceX has revolutionized the aerospace industry with innovations like reusable rockets and groundbreaking missions. Next year, the company is poised to achieve new milestones with missions that aim to advance human spaceflight, satellite deployment, and deep-space exploration. Key SpaceX Missions in 2025 Starship Flight 7 Launch Date: January 11, 2025 Location: Starbase, South Texas Objective: This mission will test Starship's thermal re-entry capabilities. The results will play a crucial role in refining SpaceX's reusable spacecraft technology. WISeSat Satellite Launch Launch Date: January 14, 2025 ...

Dec262024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Three Years of JWST Unveiling the Universe’s Greatest Mysteries

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On this day three years ago, the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) launched into space, marking the beginning of a new era in cosmic exploration. Despite taking three decades to build, JWST has, in just three years of operation, revolutionized our understanding of the universe and uncovered mysteries that challenge established scientific models. Peering Into the Early Universe One of JWST's most significant achievements is its ability to peer back in time to the early universe. Using its powerful infrared capabilities, it has identified galaxies that formed when the universe was just 300 million years old. These early galaxies, surprisingly massive and bright, lack the dust expected from star formation, leaving scientists puzzled. Were their stars collapsing without supernova expl...

Dec252024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Astronomers Discover 140 trillion Water Reservoir Orbiting Distant Quasar

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Astronomers have uncovered a colossal water reservoir in a distant corner of the universe, orbiting a quasar more than 12 billion light-years away. This discovery located in the quasar APM 08279+5255, dates back to a time when the universe was still in its infancy. The water reservoir contains an astonishing 140 trillion times the volume of Earth's oceans, making it the largest and most distant water source ever identified. This vast supply exists near a supermassive black hole approximately 20 billion times more massive than our Sun. The quasar itself emits energy equivalent to a thousand trillion suns creating an extreme environment filled with unique molecules and radiation. Water vapour spans a region hundreds of light-years across surrounding the quasar. Although the gas is s...

Dec242024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Astronomers Discover Universe’s Largest Water Reservoir in Distant Quasar

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Astronomers have identified an enormous water reservoir surrounding a quasar located over 12 billion light-years away, offering a glimpse into the universe’s distant past. This quasar, APM 08279+5255, is powered by a supermassive black hole approximately 20 billion times the mass of the Sun and emits energy equivalent to a thousand trillion suns. The discovery reveals an astonishing 140 trillion times the volume of Earth’s oceans in water vapour, making it the largest and farthest known water source in the universe. The quasar’s environment is highly unique, with a mix of hydrogen-rich gases like water vapour and carbon monoxide forming a region spanning hundreds of light-years. Despite the gases being sparse compared to Earth’s atmosphere, they are remarkably warm and dense for such...

Dec192024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Moon Could Be Much Older Than Previously Believed: New Study Reveals a 4.51 Billion-Year History

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A groundbreaking study published in Nature suggests the Moon may be over 100 million years older than previously thought, dating its formation to approximately 4.51 billion years ago. This challenges the long-standing estimate of 4.35 billion years and offers fresh insights into the Moon's tumultuous early history. For decades, scientists have theorized that the Moon formed after a Mars-sized object collided with early Earth. However, the new study, led by Francis Nimmo of the University of California, Santa Cruz, suggests that the Moon formed earlier, with a later event known as "re-melting" reshaping its surface. This re-melting occurred as the Moon gradually drifted away from Earth. Earth's gravitational pull generated intense tidal heating, resetting the "clocks" of lunar mineral...