Uranus and Neptune may not be the icy worlds we once thought. Recent research from the University of Zurich suggests these planets might be more rocky than previously believed. This challenges the traditional classification of planets in our solar system. Typically, planets are grouped into three t
Mars is full of surprises. The Perseverance rover, which has been exploring the red planet since 2021, recently made an unexpected discovery. Its microphone picked up signs of small lightning strikes caused by dust devils. These tiny electrical arcs, just a few centimeters long, were accompanied by
In the current political climate, NASA's advisory committees are facing significant changes. The Aerospace Safety Advisory Committee, mandated by Congress, has continued its work. However, the NASA Advisory Council and its various subcommittees have been on hold since the start of the second Trump a
The International Space Station (ISS) Research and Development Conference has been scrapped. This news came from the Center for the Advancement of Science in Space (CASIS). The decision was made due to current regulatory and budgetary constraints. NASA's reduced support was the main reason behind th
Imagine planets so hot that they make Earth seem like a cold winter day. These are the ultra-hot Jupiters, a special group of exoplanets that have scientists buzzing with excitement. Why? Because they offer a unique glimpse into the wild weather patterns that can happen in space. Over 5, 800 exopla
Recently, some big shakeups have happened in NASA's Science Mission Directorate. Mark Clampin, the head of NASA's astrophysics division, is now filling in as the temporary second-in-command for the entire science division. This is because Sandra Connelly, who used to have that job, is retiring. Mark
Mars, the Red Planet, has been a subject of fascination for astronomers and scientists for centuries. Its unique features, such as the largest canyon, the tallest mountain, and the greatest highland region, have long puzzled experts. Recently, an astronomer proposed a revolutionary idea that could e
