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The LIUniverse with Dr. Charles Liu
Building Worlds with Luke Skywatcher

The LIUniverse with Dr. Charles Liu

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2026 43:43


How do planetary systems form? If you wanted to observe them, where would you look and what would you look for? To find out, Dr. Charles Liu and co-host Allen Liu welcome Luke Keller, professor of Astronomy and Physics at Ithaca College, who together with his team has identified 9 of these early solar systems. As always, though, we start off with the day's joyfully cool cosmic thing: a recently published paper that determined that at any given time, it is likely that a couple of extrasolar objects like 3I/ATLAS and Oumuamua would be present in our solar system. The real issue is detecting them. For context, Luke, whose science has focused over the years on finding debris from solar systems, explains how protoplanetary discs can eject matter that ends up orbiting that star. He's especially fond of cosmic dust, “the catalyst for the formation of planets and asteroids and comets…” Then it's time for a question for Luke from the audience, from Elisa: “I heard that the James Webb Space Telescope sees infrared light. How does that work? Does that mean it couldn't see the Sun?” Luke breaks down the various wavelengths of light and our Sun. He also explains how the JWST works and why it never looks at the sun. It turns out that Luke has built a variety of astronomical instruments including imaging and spectroscopic tools with for large observatories. He's also used information from instruments like JWST in his studies of the formation of stars and solar systems. Luke explains how his teams search for preplanetary solar systems, what they're looking for, and where they're currently looking: associations of stars in the direction of the constellations Taurus, Scorpius and Chamaeleon. All told so far Luke and his team have identified 9 of these early solar systems. He then breaks down the current thinking on how planetary systems form from clouds of dust. He explains some of the processes that involves, along with the types of planets that may form. For our next audience question, Joan asks, “What do you think is the most interesting constellation?” Luke picks two: first, Ursa Major, aka “The Big Dipper,” because he grew up in Alaska and saw it all the time – along with “auroras all the time.” The second constellation he picks is Orion, aka “The Hunter,” because it contains some of the closest star forming regions of our galaxy. Luke unpacks the difference between “watching the sky” and “observing the sky” – and why he encourages the latter to both his students and the general public. And before the episode is over, we get to hear about Luke's live show, Spacetime, where he collaborates with poet David Gonzalez and guitarist Álvaro Domene in a stage performance that's equal parts astrophysics, poetry, and music. If you'd like to know more about Luke's show, Spacetime, check it out at https://spacetimeshow.org/. We hope you enjoy this episode of The LIUniverse, and, if you do, please support us on Patreon. Credits for Images Used in this Episode: Image of a young sun-like star encircled by its planet-forming disk of gas and dust. – Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech edited by Invader Xan. Artist's impression of the interstellar interloper 1I/ʻOumuamua making a visit to our solar system. – Credit: NASA, ESA, and J. Olmsted and F. Summers (STScI). Spectral distribution of sunlight. – Credit: Creative Commons / Rhwentworth. The Taurus-Auriga association, also known as the Taurus-Auriga molecular clouds, is a stellar association located around 140 parsecs (420 ly) from Earth in the constellation of Taurus. It is the nearest large star formation region to Earth. – Credit: ESA/Herschel/NASA/JPL-Caltech; acknowledgement: R. Hurt (JPL-Caltech) The constellation Taurus as seen by the naked eye. The constellation lines have been added for clarity. – Credit: Creative Commons/ Till Credner - Own work, A Visual Guide to the Constellations. Artist's impression of a young star surrounded by a protoplanetary disk in which planets are forming. – Credit: European Southern Observatory. Illustration comparing the sizes of various exoplanets with Earth, Mercury and the Moon. – Credit: NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center. The constellation Ursa Major as it can be seen by the unaided eye.– Credit: Creative Commons / Till Credner - Own work: AlltheSky.com. Composite image comparing infrared and visible views of the famous Orion nebula and its surrounding cloud, an industrious star-making region located near the hunter constellation's sword. The picture at left was taken with the Infrared Array Camera on board NASA's Spitzer Space Telescope, and the picture at right is from the National Optical Astronomy Observatory, headquartered in Tucson, Ariz. – Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/Univ. of Toledo/NOAO. Image showing Betelgeuse (top left) and the dense nebulae of the Orion molecular cloud complex. – Credit: Creative Commons / Rogelio Bernal Andreo

James Webb Space Telescope
Webb Telescope Reveals Spiral Galaxies, Jellyfish Worlds, and Early Universe Mysteries in Latest Discoveries

James Webb Space Telescope

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2026 6:40 Transcription Available


# SEO-Friendly Podcast Episode Description## James Webb Space Telescope: Latest Discoveries from Spiral Galaxies to Icy Giants | Space News UpdateJoin the Space Cowboy for a comprehensive journey through the latest James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) discoveries in this captivating astronomy podcast episode. From distant spiral galaxies to our solar system's ice giants, explore the frontier of space science with your soft-spoken guide to the cosmos.**In This Episode:**

Astronomy Daily - The Podcast
Auroras on Ganymede, Superflare Warnings and Japan's Very Bad Week

Astronomy Daily - The Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2026 15:01 Transcription Available


Welcome back to Astronomy Daily! In S05E55, Anna and Avery explore six fascinating stories from across the cosmos — from auroras on Jupiter's largest moon to the latest JWST galaxy reveal, a breakthrough solar storm warning system, a beautiful combined nebula image, Japan's ongoing rocket struggles, and Europe's ambitious plans for orbital repair robots.   Stories This Episode 1. Ganymede's Auroras Mirror Earth's Northern Lights Scientists using data from NASA's Juno spacecraft have revealed that Jupiter's largest moon Ganymede has fragmented, patch-like auroras remarkably similar to those seen on Earth. The research, led by the University of Liège and published in Astronomy & Astrophysics, suggests that the fundamental physical processes generating auroras may be universal across magnetised bodies in the solar system. Ganymede is the only moon known to have its own intrinsic magnetic field. 2. New Solar Superflare Forecasting System An international team has developed the first system capable of predicting when and where extreme solar storms are likely to occur, with up to a year's advance warning. By analysing 50 years of X-ray data, researchers identified a 1.7-year and a 7-year solar cycle whose alignment predicts high-risk periods. The current window (mid-2025 to mid-2026) is flagged as elevated danger. Published in the Journal of Geophysical Research: Space Physics. 3. Cat's Eye Nebula — Euclid and Hubble Combined NASA and ESA have combined imagery from the Euclid and Hubble space telescopes to produce a breathtaking new composite view of the Cat's Eye Nebula — the glowing remnant of a dying star about 3,000 light-years away in Draco. The image showcases the nebula's complex layered shells and intricate inner structure in unprecedented detail. 4. JWST Reveals Spiral Galaxy NGC 5134 The James Webb Space Telescope has captured a stunning infrared portrait of NGC 5134, a barred spiral galaxy 65 million light-years away. Webb's infrared capability pierces through galactic dust to reveal glowing stellar nurseries and the full cycle of star birth and evolution playing out across the galaxy's spiral arms. 5. Japan's Kairos Rocket — Safety Abort on Third Attempt Space One's Kairos No. 3 rocket was aborted just 30 seconds before liftoff on March 4 when a safety monitoring system detected unstable positioning satellite signals. Following two failed launches in 2024 and multiple weather scrubs this week, the company has yet to set a new launch date. The window remains open until March 25. A successful launch would mark the first orbital success for a fully private Japanese rocket. 6. Europe's Orbital Repair Robots European companies led by Thales Alenia Space are developing robotic satellites capable of refuelling, repairing and repositioning spacecraft in orbit. A demonstration mission is planned for 2028. With nearly 15,000 operational satellites now in orbit — most never designed to be serviced — the in-orbit servicing market could transform how we manage space infrastructure. Regulatory questions around liability remain unresolved.   Links & Further Reading Full show notes, images and source links: astronomydaily.io Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | All podcast platforms Watch on: YouTube — Astronomy Daily Follow us: @AstroDailyPod on Twitter/X, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Tumblr Part of the Bitesz.com Podcast NetworkBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astronomy-daily-space-news-updates--5648921/support.Sponsor Details:Ensure your online privacy by using NordVPN. To get our special listener deal and save a lot of money, visit www.bitesz.com/nordvpn. You'll be glad you did!Become a supporter of Astronomy Daily by joining our Supporters Club. Commercial free episodes daily are only a click way... Click HereThis episode includes AI-generated content.

James Webb Space Telescope
James Webb Space Telescope Discovers Most Distant Galaxy MoM z14, Reshaping Understanding of Early Universe Formation

James Webb Space Telescope

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 7:05 Transcription Available


# The Space Cowboy Podcast: James Webb Telescope's Most Distant Galaxy & Universe-Shaking DiscoveriesJoin The Space Cowboy for a cosmic journey through groundbreaking James Webb Space Telescope discoveries reshaping our understanding of the universe. This episode covers:**Featured Discoveries:**- **JADES-GS-z14-0**: MIT astronomers confirm the most distant galaxy ever observed, shining just 280 million years after the Big Bang with mysterious nitrogen-rich signatures- **Little Red Dots Mystery**: Are they supermassive Population III stars or black holes? New research suggests million-solar-mass primordial stars- **First Jellyfish Galaxy**: University of Waterloo discovers the farthest ram-pressure stripping galaxy at 8.5 billion light-years- **Moon-Making Disks**: Carnegie Science reveals carbon-rich atmospheres around planet CT Chamaeleontis b- **Impossible Atmosphere**: Super-Earth TOI-561 b defies expectations with heat-distributing atmosphere at 3,200°F- **Exposed Cranium Nebula (PMR 1)**: Brain-shaped planetary nebula reveals stunning structural details**Why This Matters:**These findings challenge existing cosmological models, showing the early universe organized faster than predicted with unexpectedly luminous galaxies appearing 100x more frequently than theories suggested. JWST spectroscopy is revealing chemical compositions, temperatures, and galaxy formation processes that demand new explanations.Perfect for space enthusiasts, astronomy fans, and anyone fascinated by cosmic mysteries and cutting-edge telescope technology.*A Quiet Please Production*Some great Deals https://amzn.to/49SJ3QsFor more check out http://www.quietplease.aiThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

James Webb Space Telescope
James Webb Space Telescope Reveals Cosmic Mysteries From Ancient Galaxies to Dying Stars in 2026

James Webb Space Telescope

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2026 5:18 Transcription Available


# James Webb Space Telescope: Latest Discoveries from the Eye of God Nebula, Early Galaxies & Cosmic Mysteries | Space Cowboy PodcastJoin The Space Cowboy for an exciting journey through the latest James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) discoveries in this February 2026 episode. Explore groundbreaking astronomical findings including:

Desde el Observatorio
Episodio 204: ⁠Tubos de lava en Venus⁠, ⁠3I/ATLAS más normal de lo que se creía⁠ ... y más

Desde el Observatorio

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2026 52:57


Memorias: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/deo-memorias2⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Temas:3I/ATLAS más normal de lo que se creíaMás de 3I/ATLASTubos de lava en VenusLos pequeños puntos rojos del JWST son Agujeros Negros de Colapso Directo?Partícula extremadamente energética puede provenir de un agujero negro primordialRealizan: Lauren Flor, Maryory Loaiza, German Chaparro, Juan C. Muñoz, Esteban Silva, Pablo Cuartas (Instituto de Física de la Universidad de Antioquia).  

Well... That’s Interesting
Ep. 269: JWST Discovers An Exoplanet So Strange, Even Researchers Are Speechless + Ancient Bees Laid Eggs In Fossilized Tooth Sockets

Well... That’s Interesting

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 34:00


Space and bees are the 2 things that just keep giving. Get ready for weird.  — Support and sponsor this show! Venmo Tip Jar: @wellthatsinteresting Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@wellthatsinterestingpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Bluesky: @wtipod Threads: @wellthatsinterestingpod Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@wti_pod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Listen on YouTube!! Oh, BTW. You're interesting. Email YOUR facts, stories, experiences... Nothing is too big or too small. I'll read it on the show: wellthatsinterestingpod@gmail.com WTI is a part of the Airwave Media podcast network! Visit AirwaveMedia.com to listen and subscribe to other incredible shows. Want to advertise your glorious product on WTI? Email me: wellthatsinterestingpod@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kottke Ride Home
The Strange Case of the Cosmic Little Red Dots

Kottke Ride Home

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 15:13


What are JWST's Little Red Dots? Astronomers may finally have an answer | Scientific American James Webb Finally Solved the Mystery of the Little Red Dots | Science News Today Little red dots as young supermassive black holes in dense ionized cocoons | Nature Contact the show - coolstuffdailypodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sleep Space from Astrum
Have We Found the Oldest Galaxy In the Universe?

Sleep Space from Astrum

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 42:15


In this Astrum Supercut, we're heading back to the birth of the universe. With telescopes like JWST, we're now able to peer back to the beginning of time to witness the very first galaxies ever to form. But the deeper we look, the more we find things we didn't expect. Are our models of the cosmos actually wrong?To those returning and new to the channel: This video is a Supercut of our best early universe videos, plus some new and updated discoveries. We've edited this into a new seamless video, remastered in 4K resolution, and re-recorded the older voiceover to match the quality of the recent episodes.▀▀▀▀▀▀Astrum's newsletter has launched! Want to know what's happening in space? Sign up here: ⁠https://astrumspace.kit.com⁠A huge thanks to our Patreons who help make these videos possible. Sign-up here: ⁠https://bit.ly/4aiJZNF

Made of Stars
Artemis II Now Delayed Until April

Made of Stars

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 37:37 Transcription Available


The latest wet dress rehearsal for Artemis II showed a launch wouldn't be possible in March. We now know which Crew-11 astronaut had a medical issue. There's a few reasons to look at the night sky over the next week. JWST has given us another amazing image. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/made-of-stars--4746260/support.

Obsesión por el Cielo
Obsesión por el Cielo - #1,160

Obsesión por el Cielo

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 57:15


Noticias de Astronomía y Exploración del Espacio – FEBRERO 24, 2026. En este programa presentamos, comentamos y explicamos dos o tres noticias astronómicas y de exploración del espacio que fueron dadas a conocer en la semana, y que nos parecieron de particular relevancia e interés. Además, Pablo Lonnie Pacheco, de “Cielos Despejados,” nos presenta sus efemérides astronómicas. Esta semana: + 0) Imagen de la nebulosa del Capullo en múltiples longitudes de onda. https://www.sci.news/astronomy/chandra-cluster-newborn-stars-cocoon-nebula-14558.html + 1) HST detecta una galaxia compuesta de mucha materia oscura. https://www.sci.news/astronomy/candidate-dark-galaxy-2-14566.html https://phys.org/news/2026-02-hubble-invisible-galaxy-dark.html https://science.nasa.gov/missions/hubble/nasas-hubble-identifies-one-of-darkest-known-galaxies/ https://iopscience.iop.org/article/10.3847/2041-8213/adddab Introducción a la materia oscura: https://arxiv.org/html/2411.05062v1 + 2) ALMA y JWST detectan distantes galaxias “polvorientas”. https://phys.org/news/2026-02-astronomers-links-galaxy-evolution.html https://www.umass.edu/news/article/international-team-astronomers-led-umass-amherst-may-have-just-found-one-missing-links https://iopscience.iop.org/article/10.3847/2041-8213/ae382a  

James Webb Space Telescope
James Webb Space Telescope Reveals Uranus Atmosphere and Breaks Galaxy Distance Record

James Webb Space Telescope

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 6:02 Transcription Available


# The Space Cowboy Podcast: James Webb Space Telescope's Latest Cosmic DiscoveriesJoin The Space Cowboy for an exciting journey through the latest groundbreaking discoveries from the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST). This episode explores three major astronomical breakthroughs that are reshaping our understanding of the universe.## Episode Highlights:**Uranus Atmosphere Mapped in 3D**: Discover how European Space Agency scientists used Webb's NIRSpec instrument to create the first three-dimensional map of Uranus's upper atmosphere, revealing auroral bands, temperature variations, and the ice giant's unusual tilted magnetic field.**Most Distant Galaxy Ever Observed**: Learn about MoM-z14, a galaxy spotted just 280 million years after the Big Bang, challenging our understanding of early star formation and reionization in the infant universe.**Ancient Dusty Galaxies**: Explore 70 newly discovered star-forming galaxies dating back 500 million years post-Big Bang, packed with metals and dust that shouldn't exist so early in cosmic history.Perfect for space enthusiasts, astronomy lovers, and anyone curious about Webb telescope discoveries, cosmic evolution, and the mysteries of our solar system and beyond.**Keywords**: James Webb Space Telescope, JWST discoveries, Uranus atmosphere, distant galaxies, early universe, space podcast, astronomy news, MoM-z14 galaxy, ice giants, star formation*A Quiet Please Production | Subscribe for weekly cosmic updates*Some great Deals https://amzn.to/49SJ3QsFor more check out http://www.quietplease.aiThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Science, Actually Presents : The Nerd and the Scientist
When Protoplanetary Disks Start Throwing Things : Guest : Naman Bajaj

Science, Actually Presents : The Nerd and the Scientist

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 53:14


There are 1.5 million freshly minted engineers in India every year. One of them, this week's guest Naman Bajaj, said, "well, I guess they've got enough of those," changed course, became an astronomer, scored an insane amount of time on JWST (that, in itself, is amazing - which totally rocked Kovi's and Benjamin's minds), and found that protoplanetary disks - baby solar systems - lose 85-90% of their original mass by the time they're done forming. They do so in tremendous, huge jets - some of which, in turn, spark the beginnings of other baby solar systems.

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Astronomy Daily - The Podcast
Ring of Fire, Farewell Comet, and the Smell of Rotten Eggs in Space

Astronomy Daily - The Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 19:06 Transcription Available


Astronomy Daily — S05E41 | Tuesday 17 February 2026 Ring of Fire, Farewell Comet, and the Smell of Rotten Eggs in Space   Two celestial events happen TODAY — an annular solar eclipse transforms the Antarctic Sun into a ring of fire, and a rare hyperbolic comet makes its closest pass to Earth before leaving the solar system forever. Plus, JWST uses the smell of rotten eggs to solve a major exoplanet mystery, NASA performs a CT scan on the northern lights, a startup plans to fuel rockets with water, and we preview why 2026 is the dawn of a golden age of eclipses.   In This Episode: •      Ring of Fire solar eclipse over Antarctica — happening today, February 17, with up to 96% of the Sun covered and a 616km-wide path of annularity •      Comet Wierzchoś (C/2024 E1) makes its closest approach to Earth today at 151 million km — a one-way trip out of the solar system, never to return •      JWST detects hydrogen sulfide in giant exoplanets orbiting HR 8799, proving they formed like planets, not brown dwarfs — published in Nature Astronomy •      NASA's BADASS and GNEISS twin rocket missions launch from Alaska to “CT scan” the electrical circuitry of the aurora •      General Galactic, led by ex-SpaceX engineer Halen Mattison, reveals plan to make rocket fuel from water — satellite test in October 2026 •      2026: A golden age of eclipses begins — total lunar eclipse March 3, total solar eclipse over Europe August 12, and much more ahead   Hosted by: Anna & Avery Produced by: Huw at Bitesz.com Website: astronomydaily.io Social: @AstroDailyPod across all platforms Network: Bitesz.com Podcast NetworkBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astronomy-daily-space-news-updates--5648921/support.Sponsor Details:Ensure your online privacy by using NordVPN. To get our special listener deal and save a lot of money, visit www.bitesz.com/nordvpn. You'll be glad you did!Become a supporter of Astronomy Daily by joining our Supporters Club. Commercial free episodes daily are only a click way... Click HereThis episode includes AI-generated content.

James Webb Space Telescope
James Webb Space Telescope Unveils Cosmic Secrets: Organic Molecules, Hidden Black Holes, and Early Universe Mysteries Revealed

James Webb Space Telescope

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2026 6:34 Transcription Available


# Exploring Cosmic Frontiers: The Space Cowboy Podcast Delves into James Webb's Latest DiscoveriesJoin The Space Cowboy as he rounds up the most groundbreaking discoveries from the James Webb Space Telescope in this captivating episode. Discover how JWST has unveiled extraordinary organic molecules in a luminous galaxy, potentially revealing building blocks for life throughout the universe. Learn about the telescope's detection of "quiet" supermassive black holes reshaping our understanding of galactic evolution, and explore the mystery of ancient direct collapse black holes from the dawn of time.This episode also covers Webb's critical mission tracking a near-Earth asteroid and how its revolutionary infrared imaging capabilities are transforming our knowledge of star formation. Perfect for astronomy enthusiasts, space science followers, and anyone fascinated by cosmic exploration, this installment delivers frontier discoveries with the podcast's signature down-to-earth storytelling style that makes complex astrophysics accessible and engaging.#JamesWebbTelescope #Astronomy #SpaceDiscovery #Astrophysics #CosmicExploration #BlackHoles #AstrobioIogy #SciencePodcastSome great Deals https://amzn.to/49SJ3QsFor more check out http://www.quietplease.aiThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Astronomy Daily - The Podcast
Crew-12 Spy Scandal, AI on Mars & Interstellar Comet's Last Secret?

Astronomy Daily - The Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2026 20:49 Transcription Available


Four astronauts are stuck in quarantine in Florida as weather keeps pushing back the Crew-12 launch — now targeting no earlier than Friday, February 13. We've got the full story, including the remarkable subplot involving a Russian cosmonaut who was quietly removed from the mission in December. Plus: interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS is on its way out of the solar system forever, but new data from NASA's SPHEREx and James Webb telescopes reveals it's been carrying a chemical cocktail from another star system — one that's unlike anything we've seen in our own comets. Also in today's episode: NASA let an AI drive the Perseverance rover on Mars for two days straight; new research suggests Earth may have hit a rare chemical jackpot during formation that made life possible; the Ring of Fire solar eclipse is just one week away; and Starship is back on track after the Booster 18 disaster, with Flight 12 targeting a March launch window.   In This Episode • SpaceX Crew-12: Three launch scrubs, skeleton ISS crew, and the cosmonaut spy subplot • 3I/ATLAS farewell: SPHEREx detects alien chemistry; JWST finds record CO2-to-water ratio • AI drives Perseverance on Mars — 456 metres without human control • Earth's lucky chemistry: why phosphorus and nitrogen almost didn't make it to the surface • Ring of Fire annular solar eclipse — February 17 over Antarctica • Starship Flight 12: Booster 19 passes cryo tests, March launch window in sight   Key Links • Full show notes & blog: astronomydaily.io • NASA Crew-12 mission blog: nasa.gov • NASA SPHEREx 3I/ATLAS data: science.nasa.gov • Universe Today — AI drives Perseverance: universetoday.com • Nature Astronomy — Earth habitability study: nature.com   Subscribe & Connect Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. New episode every weekday. Full transcripts, blog posts and show notes at astronomydaily.ioBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astronomy-daily-space-news-updates--5648921/support.Sponsor Details:Ensure your online privacy by using NordVPN. To get our special listener deal and save a lot of money, visit www.bitesz.com/nordvpn. You'll be glad you did!Become a supporter of Astronomy Daily by joining our Supporters Club. Commercial free episodes daily are only a click way... Click HereThis episode includes AI-generated content.

The 365 Days of Astronomy, the daily podcast of the International Year of Astronomy 2009
Deep Astronomy - Discoveries of Webb Space Telescope Ep 3: The Flares of Sagittarius A*, Our Galaxy's Black Hole

The 365 Days of Astronomy, the daily podcast of the International Year of Astronomy 2009

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 8:42


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d7FAg_AYXaw From April 14, 2025. Astronomers using the JWST have made direct observations of the black hole at the center of our galaxy: Sagittarius A*.  These observations are possible because the Webb Space Telescope can peer through the dust at the center of our galaxy using infrared light.  These observations surprised astronomers.   We've added a new way to donate to 365 Days of Astronomy to support editing, hosting, and production costs.  Just visit: https://www.patreon.com/365DaysOfAstronomy and donate as much as you can! Share the podcast with your friends and send the Patreon link to them too!  Every bit helps! Thank you! ------------------------------------ Do go visit http://www.redbubble.com/people/CosmoQuestX/shop for cool Astronomy Cast and CosmoQuest t-shirts, coffee mugs and other awesomeness! http://cosmoquest.org/Donate This show is made possible through your donations.  Thank you! (Haven't donated? It's not too late! Just click!) ------------------------------------ The 365 Days of Astronomy Podcast is produced by the Planetary Science Institute. http://www.psi.edu Visit us on the web at 365DaysOfAstronomy.org or email us at info@365DaysOfAstronomy.org.

Zimmerman en Space
De donkere eeuwen en MoM-z14

Zimmerman en Space

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 12:09


Luisteraar Joost vroeg of ik eens een aflevering kon besteden aan de donkere eeuwen, the dark ages, van ons heelal. Dat is een heel mooi onderwerp, omdat het juist in deze tijd enigszins onder vuur ligt door de waarnemingen die met de Webb ruimtetelescoop worden gedaan.Ask Ethan: What were the “dark ages” of the Universe?https://bigthink.com/starts-with-a-bang/what-were-dark-ages/The cosmic dark ages: Everything you need to know:https://www.space.com/what-are-the-cosmic-dark-agesNASA Webb Pushes Boundaries of Observable Universe Closer to Big Bang:https://science.nasa.gov/missions/webb/nasa-webb-pushes-boundaries-of-observable-universe-closer-to-big-bang/A Cosmic Miracle: A Remarkably Luminous Galaxy at z = 14.44 Confirmed with JWST:https://arxiv.org/pdf/2505.11263v2GN-z11:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/GN-z11Z calculator:https://www.astro.ucla.edu/%7Ewright/CosmoCalc.htmlDe Zimmerman en Space podcast is gelicenseerd onder een Creative Commons CC0 1.0 licentie.http://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0

Desde el Observatorio
Episodio 201: ⁠Enceladus llega a los laboratorios⁠, ⁠Bacterias espaciales! ... y más

Desde el Observatorio

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2026 53:00


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The 365 Days of Astronomy, the daily podcast of the International Year of Astronomy 2009

From January 28, 2026. In this episode we look at highlights from the latest American Astronomical Society Meeting. An accidental theme came out: with each new telescope and each improved instrument we can look more closely at our Universe - we can and do learn more and understand more even about the things we thought we knew best. In this episode, Rubin Observatory brings rapidly rotating asteroids, and JWST peers at objects thriving in the first 2 billion years of our universe. Observatory after observatory brings us new science.   We've added a new way to donate to 365 Days of Astronomy to support editing, hosting, and production costs.  Just visit: https://www.patreon.com/365DaysOfAstronomy and donate as much as you can! Share the podcast with your friends and send the Patreon link to them too!  Every bit helps! Thank you! ------------------------------------ Do go visit http://www.redbubble.com/people/CosmoQuestX/shop for cool Astronomy Cast and CosmoQuest t-shirts, coffee mugs and other awesomeness! http://cosmoquest.org/Donate This show is made possible through your donations.  Thank you! (Haven't donated? It's not too late! Just click!) ------------------------------------ The 365 Days of Astronomy Podcast is produced by the Planetary Science Institute. http://www.psi.edu Visit us on the web at 365DaysOfAstronomy.org or email us at info@365DaysOfAstronomy.org.

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The Astrocast
Episode 86 - Nate from Astropeak Observatories

The Astrocast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2026 72:11 Transcription Available


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Astronomy Daily - The Podcast
Artemis 2 Delayed, SpaceX Unveils Stargaze Safety System

Astronomy Daily - The Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2026 20:41 Transcription Available


Welcome to Astronomy Daily, bringing you the latest space and astronomy news. I'm Anna, joined by my co-host Avery, with today's cosmic headlines for Wednesday, February 4th, 2026.Episode Highlights:

The Daily Space
JWST Makes Sense of the Early Universe

The Daily Space

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 30:28


In this episode we look at highlights from the latest American Astronomical Society Meeting. An accidental theme came out: with each new telescope and each improved instrument we can look more closely at our universe - we can and do learn more and understand more even about the things we thought we knew best. In this episode, Rubin Observatory brings rapidly rotating asteroids, and JWST peers at objects thriving in the first 2 billion years of our universe. Observatory after observatory brings us new science.  

Obsesión por el Cielo
Obsesión por el Cielo - #1,156

Obsesión por el Cielo

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 54:30


Noticias de Astronomía y Exploración del Espacio – ENERO 27, 2026. En este programa presentamos, comentamos y explicamos dos o tres noticias astronómicas y de exploración del espacio que fueron dadas a conocer en la semana, y que nos parecieron de particular relevancia e interés. Además, Pablo Lonnie Pacheco, de “Cielos Despejados,” nos presenta sus efemérides astronómicas. Esta semana: + 0) Imagen detallada de nebulosa planetaria por JWST. https://phys.org/news/2026-01-intricacies-helix-nebula-revealed-webb.html https://www.sci.news/astronomy/webb-helix-nebula-14498.html https://science.nasa.gov/missions/webb/intricacies-of-helix-nebula-revealed-with-nasas-webb/ + 1) Descubren "barra" de fierro en la Nebulosa Planetaria del Anillo. ttps://www.sci.news/astronomy/iron-bar-ring-nebula-14488.html https://www.ing.iac.es/PR/press/ringnebula.html https://academic.oup.com/mnras/article/546/1/staf2139/8425243?login=false + 2) HST estudia las estrellas rezagadas azules. https://phys.org/news/2026-01-hubble-uncovers-secret-blue-straggler.html https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-025-68159-5  

Sleep Space from Astrum
The New Era of Telescopes Has Begun

Sleep Space from Astrum

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2026 68:39


This compilation features more of Astrum's best space telescope videos. We'll explore the first ever images from Vera Rubin and Euclid, the clever design of JWST, the search for exoplanets in blurry images, and even a telescope attack.▀▀▀▀▀▀Astrum's newsletter has launched! Want to know what's happening in space? Sign up here: ⁠https://astrumspace.kit.com⁠A huge thanks to our Patreons who help make these videos possible. Sign-up here: ⁠https://bit.ly/4aiJZNF

Obsesión por el Cielo
Obsesión por el Cielo - #1,155

Obsesión por el Cielo

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2026 54:04


Noticias de Astronomía y Exploración del Espacio – ENERO 20, 2026. En este programa presentamos, comentamos y explicamos dos o tres noticias astronómicas y de exploración del espacio que fueron dadas a conocer en la semana, y que nos parecieron de particular relevancia e interés. Además, Pablo Lonnie Pacheco, de “Cielos Despejados,” nos presenta sus efemérides astronómicas. Esta semana: + 0) Onda de choque alrededor de una enana blanca. https://www.sci.news/astronomy/bow-shock-diskless-white-dwarf-14475.html https://www.eso.org/public/news/eso2601/ https://www.nature.com/articles/s41550-025-02748-8 + 1) Los misteriosos puntos rojos observados por JWST pueden ser hoyos negros supermasivos jóvenes. https://www.sci.news/astronomy/little-red-dots-14486.html https://phys.org/news/2026-01-mystery-universe-red-dots.html https://news.ku.dk/all_news/2026/01/copenhagen-researchers-make-the-front-page-of-nature-solving-the-mystery-of-the-universes-little-red-dots/ https://www.nature.com/articles/s41586-025-09900-4 + 2) Mayor información de la estrella compañera de Betelgeuse. https://skyandtelescope.org/astronomy-news/betelgeuses-elusive-companion-might-be-making-waves/ https://www.sci.news/astronomy/siwarha-14473.html https://phys.org/news/2026-01-siwarha-betelgeuse.html https://phys.org/news/2026-01-betelgeuse-elusive-companion-star-siwarha.html https://www.cfa.harvard.edu/news/cfa-scientists-detect-wake-betelgeuses-elusive-companion-star https://science.nasa.gov/missions/hubble/nasa-hubble-helps-detect-wake-of-betelgeuses-elusive-companion-star/ https://arxiv.org/abs/2601.00470  

Astronomy Daily - The Podcast
Artemis II Rollout Weekend: NASA Preps Moon Mission + ESA Hacked & Jupiter's Oxygen Surprise

Astronomy Daily - The Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2026 24:20 Transcription Available


Artemis II is entering its final preparations! This weekend, NASA rolls out the Space Launch System and Orion spacecraft to the launch pad for the first crewed mission to lunar orbit in over 50 years. We cover the crew, timeline, challenges, and what to expect in the coming weeks.Plus: The European Space Agency suffers a major cyberattack with over 700 GB of sensitive data stolen. We discuss what was compromised, how it happened, and the broader cybersecurity implications for the space industry.Also in this episode: China's successful dual satellite launches kick off an ambitious 2026, scientists discover Jupiter has 1.5 times more oxygen than our Sun, a mysterious iron bar is found hidden in the Ring Nebula, and we explore the fascinating legacy of the Apollo 14 Moon Trees.New episodes every weekday!---## EPISODE TIMESTAMPS**[00:00]** Intro  **[01:15]** Story 1: Artemis II Final Preparations  **[04:45]** Story 2: European Space Agency Cyberattack  **[08:30]** Story 3: China's Satellite Launches  **[11:45]** Story 4: Jupiter's Oxygen Surprise  **[14:30]** Story 5: Ring Nebula Iron Mystery  **[17:00]** Story 6: Apollo 14 Moon Trees Legacy  **[19:30]** Outro---## STORIES COVERED### 1. NASA Enters Final Preparations for Artemis II MissionNASA is entering the final stages of preparation for Artemis II, the first crewed mission beyond Low Earth Orbit in over fifty years. The Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft will roll out to Launch Pad 39B this Saturday, January 17th.**Key Points:**- **Launch Window:** February 6 - April 2026 (subject to readiness)- **Crew:** Reid Wiseman (Commander, USA), Victor Glover (Pilot, USA), Christina Koch (Mission Specialist, USA), Jeremy Hansen (Mission Specialist, Canada)- **Mission Duration:** 10 days circumlunar flight- **Rollout:** 6.5 km journey takes ~12 hours on crawler-transporter-2- **Recent Updates:** Valve replacement on Orion hatch pressurization system (Jan 5), leak repair on ground support hardware- **Upcoming:** Wet dress rehearsal end of January with 2.65 million liters of cryogenic fuel- **Next Steps:** Flight readiness review, final crew walkdown at pad- **Historical Context:** First crewed deep space mission since Apollo 17 (1972)- **Looking Ahead:** Artemis III lunar landing scheduled for 2028**Why It Matters:**This mission is a crucial stepping stone for returning humans to the lunar surface and eventually sending astronauts to Mars. It will validate all systems needed for deep space exploration and demonstrate international cooperation through the Canadian Space Agency's participation.**Read More:**- [Universe Today: NASA Enters Final Preparations for Artemis II Mission](https://www.universetoday.com/articles/nasa-enters-final-preparations-for-artemis-ii-mission)- [NASA Artemis II Mission Page](https://www.nasa.gov/mission/artemis-ii/)---### 2. Cyberthieves Hit European Space Agency in Major Data BreachThe European Space Agency suffered significant cyberattacks over the Christmas period, resulting in over 700 gigabytes of potentially sensitive data being leaked to dark web forums.**Key Points:**- **Initial Attack:** Boxing Day 2025 - Hacker "888" dumps 200+ GB of data- **Second Attack:** One week later - "Scattered Lapsus$ Hunters" claims 500+ GB more- **Data Compromised:** Proprietary software, authorization credentials, access tokens, project documentation, operational procedures, spacecraft details, contractor data- **Affected Contractors:** SpaceX, Airbus Group, Thales Alenia Space- **ESA Response:** Criminal investigation launched, cooperating with authorities- **Root Cause:** Possible "infostealer malware" harvesting browser-stored credentials- **Broader Issue:** Email credentials of ESA and NASA employees frequently found on dark web- **Security Gap:** Solar conjunction prevented communications blackout- **Expert Warning:** Data could be combined with future breaches to enable attacks on space systems**Industry Context:**Cybersecurity researcher Clémence Poirier warns that cyberattacks against space agencies are common and will continue. NASA faces similar threats with vulnerabilities disclosed almost daily via BugCrowd platform.**Why It Matters:**As space infrastructure becomes increasingly critical for communications, navigation, and national security, cybersecurity vulnerabilities represent a major threat to space operations and international cooperation.**Read More:**- [Space.com: Cyberthieves hit European Space Agency](https://www.space.com/space-exploration/esa-email-credentials-on-dark-web)---### 3. China's Long March Rockets Launch Key Satellites to Start 2026China successfully launched two Long March rockets on January 13, 2026, deploying the Yaogan-50 01 remote sensing satellite and multiple Guowang constellation satellites, marking an ambitious start to their space program's busiest year yet.**Key Points:**- **Launch Date:** January 13, 2026- **Launch Site:** Wenchang Space Launch Center- **Mission 1:** Yaogan-50 01 remote sensing satellite (Long March 6A rocket)- **Mission 2:** Guowang satellite constellation expansion (low Earth orbit)- **Yaogan-50 01 Features:** Unusual orbit design for enhanced Earth observation, unique viewing angles, applications in agriculture, disaster monitoring, resource management, scientific research- **Guowang Constellation Purpose:** Telecommunications enhancement, high-speed data transmission, improved global connectivity, support for future Moon/Mars missions- **Strategic Importance:** Part of China's expanding Earth observation capabilities- **2026 Outlook:** Expected to be record-breaking year for Chinese space launches**Why It Matters:**China continues to expand its space infrastructure at a rapid pace, positioning itself as a major player in Earth observation, telecommunications, and future deep space exploration. The Guowang constellation will provide crucial communication support for ambitious lunar and Mars missions.**Read More:**- [Daily Galaxy: China's Long March Rockets Propel Satellites Into New Orbits](https://dailygalaxy.com/2026/01/china-yaogan-50-01-guowang-satellites/)---### 4. Scientists Discover Surprising Amount of Oxygen in Jupiter's AtmosphereA groundbreaking study reveals Jupiter contains approximately 1.5 times more oxygen than our Sun, fundamentally changing our understanding of the gas giant's composition and formation.**Key Points:**- **Discovery:** Jupiter has ~1.5x more oxygen than the Sun- **Research Team:** University of Chicago and Jet Propulsion Laboratory- **Publication:** The Planetary Science Journal- **Previous Estimates:** Some recent studies suggested much less oxygen than the Sun- **Methodology:** Most comprehensive atmospheric model of Jupiter to date, integrating chemistry and hydrodynamics- **Additional Finding:** Molecular diffusion is 35-40 times slower than previously assumed- **Diffusion Impact:** Single molecule takes weeks (not hours) to move through one atmospheric layer- **Data Source:** Juno spacecraft measurements of upper atmosphere- **Significance:** Provides clues about Jupiter's formation and solar system evolution- **Broader Implications:** Understanding oxygen distribution helps explain habitable planet formation**Scientific Impact:**Lead researcher Jeehyun Yang calls this a "long-standing debate in planetary studies." The precise oxygen quantity offers crucial insights into how gas giants form and how planetary systems evolve.**Why It Matters:**Oxygen is a key element in water formation. Understanding its abundance and behavior on Jupiter helps scientists better understand the conditions necessary for potentially habitable worlds both in our solar system and around other stars.**Read More:**- [Daily Galaxy: Scientists Discover Surprising Amount of Oxygen in Jupiter's Atmosphere](https://dailygalaxy.com/2026/01/surprising-oxygen-jupiter-atmosphere/)---### 5. Mysterious Iron Bar Discovered Hidden in Famous Ring NebulaEuropean astronomers have discovered a massive bar-shaped cloud of iron inside the iconic Ring Nebula—a structure that went completely unnoticed for decades despite this being one of the most studied objects in astronomy.**Key Points:**- **Discovery Team:** UCL (University College London) and Cardiff University-led international team- **Publication:** Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society- **Instrument:** WEAVE (WHT Enhanced Area Velocity Explorer) on William Herschel Telescope- **Structure Size:** ~500 times the distance of Pluto's orbit around the Sun- **Mass:** Comparable to Mars' mass in iron atoms- **Location:** Bar-shaped strip fitting within Ring Nebula's elliptical inner region- **Detection Method:** Spectroscopy across entire nebula at all optical wavelengths simultaneously- **Previous Observations:** Missed by decades of studies, including JWST images- **Ring Nebula Background:** Planetary nebula in constellation Lyra, discovered 1779, formed ~4,000 years ago**Possible Explanations:**1. Reveals new information about nebula ejection process (uneven/directional outflow)2. Plasma arc from vaporization of destroyed rocky planet caught in star's expansion**Next Steps:**- Higher spectral resolution observations planned- Searching for other chemical elements alongside iron- Survey of additional planetary nebulae to find similar structures**Researcher Quotes:**- Dr. Roger WessBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astronomy-daily-space-news-updates--5648921/support.Sponsor Details:Ensure your online privacy by using NordVPN. To get our special listener deal and save a lot of money, visit www.bitesz.com/nordvpn. You'll be glad you did!Become a supporter of Astronomy Daily by joining our Supporters Club. Commercial free episodes daily are only a click way... Click HereThis episode includes AI-generated content.

Science Friday
What Greenland Sharks Are Teaching Us About Aging Eyes

Science Friday

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2026 17:54


As we age, our vision gets blurrier, we form cataracts, and we have a higher risk of glaucoma. But Greenland sharks live for hundreds of years and still maintain healthy, functional eyeballs. So what gives?Host Ira Flatow talks with molecular biologist Dorota Skowronska-Krawczyk, who studies the mechanisms of aging, about what we can learn from these fishy eyeballs and how it could help us.Plus, listener Leon called us with a question: Is it true that the James Webb Space Telescope's gold-plated mirror is so perfectly flat that if it were the size of the United States, the highest bump would be the size of a baseball? Not quite. Host Flora Lichtman discusses this feat of engineering with JWST project scientist Macarena Garcia Marin.Guests:Dr. Dorota Skowronska-Krawczyk is a molecular biologist and associate professor at the University of California, Irvine. She studies the mechanisms of aging.Dr. Macarena Garcia Marin is a project scientist for the James Webb Space Telescope at the Space Telescope and Science Institute in Baltimore, Maryland.Transcripts for each episode are available within 1-3 days at sciencefriday.com. Subscribe to this podcast. Plus, to stay updated on all things science, sign up for Science Friday's newsletters.

Nature Podcast
AI can turbocharge scientists' careers — but limit their scope

Nature Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2026 21:38


In this episode:00:47 AI can boost research productivity — at what cost?Research article: Hao et al.10:10 Research HighlightsNature: Ancient ‘snowball' Earth had frigidly briny seasNature: Putting immune cells into ‘night mode' reduces heart-attack damage12:41 JWST images are full of red dots, what are they?Nature: Rusakov et al.Subscribe to Nature Briefing, an unmissable daily round-up of science news, opinion and analysis free in your inbox every weekday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sleep Space from Astrum
JWST Just Captured the Birth of a Solar System

Sleep Space from Astrum

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2026 17:54


This is HOPS-315. The James Webb Space Telescope has peered inside a cocoon of gas and dust, revealing a spectacular event for the first time ever. We're witnessing the birth of a solar system not unlike our own, with proto-planets forming in real-time. Could this discovery finally unlock the secrets of our own solar system's origin?▀▀▀▀▀▀Astrum's newsletter has launched! Want to know what's happening in space? Sign up here: ⁠https://astrumspace.kit.com⁠A huge thanks to our Patreons who help make these videos possible. Sign-up here: ⁠https://bit.ly/4aiJZNF

Astronomy Daily - The Podcast
Medical Drama on the ISS-Update | ESA's Rocket Revamp | Mysterious Early Galaxies: Your Daily Space News

Astronomy Daily - The Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2026 8:02 Transcription Available


In this episode, we dive into a wealth of exciting updates and discoveries that are shaping the world of space exploration. We begin with a significant follow-up on the medical situation aboard the International Space Station, where NASA and SpaceX have set a target date for Crew 11's return to Earth. This historic early evacuation marks the first time an entire crew has been medically evacuated from the ISS in its 25-year history, highlighting the human element of spaceflight.Next, we shift our focus to Europe, where the European Space Agency is exploring innovative upgrades to the Ariane 6 rocket. These proposed modifications aim to introduce reusable components to improve cost-effectiveness and competitiveness against reusable rockets like SpaceX's Falcon 9.In a thrilling revelation, the James Webb Space Telescope has identified peculiar cosmic objects that may represent a new class of early universe galaxies, nicknamed "baby platypus galaxies." These oddly shaped formations challenge existing models of galaxy formation and could reshape our understanding of the early universe.We also examine new observations of Sagittarius A, the supermassive black hole at the center of our Milky Way, revealing its turbulent past filled with energetic outbursts that have influenced galactic evolution.Lastly, we discuss China's ambitious plans for the Chinese Space Station Telescope, set to launch in 2026. This revolutionary telescope aims to uncover cosmic secrets and complement existing observatories like Hubble and JWST with its wide field of view and advanced imaging capabilities.Join us as we unpack these captivating stories and more in this episode of Astronomy Daily!00:00 – **Welcome to Astronomy Daily, your daily companion for all things space and astronomy00:46 – **NASA and SpaceX set target date for Crew 11's return after medical concern02:46 – **ESA is considering turning Ariane 6 into a Franken rocket with reusable elements04:09 – **James Webb Space Telescope has spotted unusual galaxies in the early universe06:07 – **Chinese Space Station Telescope on track for 2026, ready to uncover universe07:07 – **Thank you for listening to Astronomy Daily. What a packed day### Sources & Further Reading1. NASA2. European Space Agency3. James Webb Space Telescope4. Chinese Space Station### Follow & ContactX/Twitter: @AstroDailyPodInstagram: @astrodailypodEmail: hello@astronomydaily.ioWebsite: astronomydaily.ioClear skies and see you next time!

The 365 Days of Astronomy, the daily podcast of the International Year of Astronomy 2009
EVSN - When Science Results Rhyme: Exoplanets, Supernovae, and Relativity

The 365 Days of Astronomy, the daily podcast of the International Year of Astronomy 2009

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2026 29:36


From December 25, 2025. In this week's episode, we look at planets younger than fossils, celebrate relativity repeatedly working as expected, and peer at previously only theorized 1st generation stars using JWST. We celebrate the completion of the construction of the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, and look in on all the recent launches. All this and more is coming to you right here, and right now!   We've added a new way to donate to 365 Days of Astronomy to support editing, hosting, and production costs.  Just visit: https://www.patreon.com/365DaysOfAstronomy and donate as much as you can! Share the podcast with your friends and send the Patreon link to them too!  Every bit helps! Thank you! ------------------------------------ Do go visit http://www.redbubble.com/people/CosmoQuestX/shop for cool Astronomy Cast and CosmoQuest t-shirts, coffee mugs and other awesomeness! http://cosmoquest.org/Donate This show is made possible through your donations.  Thank you! (Haven't donated? It's not too late! Just click!) ------------------------------------ The 365 Days of Astronomy Podcast is produced by the Planetary Science Institute. http://www.psi.edu Visit us on the web at 365DaysOfAstronomy.org or email us at info@365DaysOfAstronomy.org.

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Astronomy Daily - The Podcast
From Danish Moonshots to Vanishing Planets: Your Daily Space Update

Astronomy Daily - The Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2026 8:53 Transcription Available


In this episode, we traverse the cosmos, unveiling the latest developments in space exploration and astronomical discoveries. We kick off with exciting news from Denmark, as the European Space Agency has greenlit its first lunar mission, named Mani, aimed at high-resolution mapping of the Moon's surface. This marks a significant milestone for Denmark, showcasing its commitment to lunar exploration alongside ESA's push for cost-effective missions.Next, we celebrate SpaceX's impressive start to 2026, with the successful launch of the Cosmoskymet satellite, enhancing Earth observation capabilities for various applications. As we shift our focus to exoplanets, we unravel the mystery of Fomalhaut B, which has been revealed as an expanding cloud of debris rather than a planet, highlighting the dynamic nature of protoplanetary systems.Our journey continues with insights from the James Webb Space Telescope, revealing the tumultuous history of the Milky Way through the study of distant galaxies. This research reshapes our understanding of galactic evolution, showcasing a violent youth filled with mergers and intense star formation.As we look to the night sky, we provide tips for stargazing, with Jupiter shining brightly during its opposition on January 10th. This is the perfect opportunity for enthusiasts to spot the gas giant and its moons, as well as enjoy the Quadrantids meteor shower.Finally, we share good news for the International Space Station crew, as a persistent leak in the Russian segment has been successfully sealed after years of effort. This development ensures continued stability for ongoing operations aboard the ISS.Join us as we explore these captivating stories and more in this episode of Astronomy Daily!00:00 – **Welcome to Astronomy Daily, your go-to spot for space and astronomy news00:34 – **Danish team gets green light from esa for first lunar mission01:56 – **SpaceX launches Italian Earth observing satellite Cosmoskymet on January 204:24 – **Canadian astronomers used JWST data to piece together Milky Way's turbulent past07:02 – **After years of dealing with leak in Russian segment, it's stopped08:00 – **This week's Astronomy Daily includes: New missions, launches and more### Sources & Further Reading1. European Space Agency2. SpaceX3. NASA4. Hubble Space Telescope### Follow & ContactX/Twitter: @AstroDailyPodInstagram: @astrodailypodEmail: hello@astronomydaily.ioWebsite: astronomydaily.ioClear skies and see you next time!

The Daily Space
When Science Results Rhyme: Exoplanets, Supernovae, and Relativity

The Daily Space

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2025 28:17


In this week's episode, we look at planets younger than fossils, celebrate relativity repeatedly working as expected, and peer at previously only theorized 1st generation stars using JWST. We celebrate the completion of the construction of the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, and look in on all the recent launches. All this and more is coming to you right here, and right now.

Made of Stars
It's Finally Official! Isaacman Confirmed!

Made of Stars

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2025 35:38 Transcription Available


Jared Isaacman has been confirmed to lead NASA. NASA has completed its next-gen space telescope. JWST has confirmed a runaway supermassive black hole. Rocket Lab has launched the Space Force and NASA DiskSat experiment.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/made-of-stars--4746260/support.

Walkabout the Galaxy
Cosmic Rays from Everywhere and Stringy Ancient Galaxies

Walkabout the Galaxy

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2025 42:39


The Parker Solar Probe flies through the Sun's corona, MAVEN has gone silent, and new data shed light on the origins of cosmic rays. JWST's observations of ancient galaxies reveal odd shapes that may be connected to dark matter. Join us for a year-end look at the latest discoveries and space news and much more. 

Obsesión por el Cielo
Obsesión por el Cielo - #1,150

Obsesión por el Cielo

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2025 56:09


Noticias de Astronomía y Exploración del Espacio – DICIEMBRE 16, 2025. En este programa presentamos, comentamos y explicamos dos o tres noticias astronómicas y de exploración del espacio que fueron dadas a conocer en la semana, y que nos parecieron de particular relevancia e interés. Además, Pablo Lonnie Pacheco, de “Cielos Despejados,” nos presenta sus efemérides astronómicas. Esta semana: + 0) Terminan la construcción del telescopio espacial Nancy Grace Roman. https://phys.org/news/2025-12-nancy-grace-roman-telescope.html https://www.jpl.nasa.gov/news/nasa-completes-nancy-grace-roman-space-telescope-construction/?utm_source=iContact&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=1-nasajpl&utm_content=media-nancygrace20251204 + 1) JWST observa la supernova más lejana hasta el momento. https://www.sci.news/astronomy/webb-earliest-known-supernova-explosion-14414.html https://phys.org/news/2025-12-jwst-supernova-million-years-big.html https://science.nasa.gov/missions/webb/nasas-webb-identifies-earliest-supernova-to-date-shows-host-galaxy/ https://www.aanda.org/articles/aa/full_html/2025/12/aa56580-25/aa56580-25.html https://www.aanda.org/articles/aa/full_html/2025/12/aa56581-25/aa56581-25.html + 2) Imágenes directas de cómo explota una nova. https://phys.org/news/2025-12-images-stars-real.html https://news.gsu.edu/2025/12/05/close-up-images-show-how-stars-explode/ https://www.nature.com/articles/s41550-025-02725-1  

The 365 Days of Astronomy, the daily podcast of the International Year of Astronomy 2009
Deep Astronomy - A Glimpse Into The Early Universe Ep. 1

The 365 Days of Astronomy, the daily podcast of the International Year of Astronomy 2009

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 6:18


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nUyT46ZQYsc Hosted by Tony Darnell. From Feb 6, 2025. JWST Discovers Planet Formation in the Conditions of the Early Universe! Journey with the James Webb Space Telescope to the star cluster NGC 346, a vibrant region of star birth and potential planet formation. This image offers a glimpse into the early universe, where stars formed under conditions very different from our own Milky Way.   See how JWST's infrared vision reveals protoplanetary disks - swirling clouds of gas and dust around young stars - defying previous models of planet formation. Witness the evidence that planets can form in environments with fewer heavy elements than previously thought, expanding our understanding of how planetary systems like our own come to be.   This stunning image, a mosaic of data collected by JWST's NIRCam instrument, represents a breakthrough in our understanding of the cosmos. Discover the potential for new worlds and the endless possibilities that await as we continue to explore the universe.   We've added a new way to donate to 365 Days of Astronomy to support editing, hosting, and production costs.  Just visit: https://www.patreon.com/365DaysOfAstronomy and donate as much as you can! Share the podcast with your friends and send the Patreon link to them too!  Every bit helps! Thank you! ------------------------------------ Do go visit http://www.redbubble.com/people/CosmoQuestX/shop for cool Astronomy Cast and CosmoQuest t-shirts, coffee mugs and other awesomeness! http://cosmoquest.org/Donate This show is made possible through your donations.  Thank you! (Haven't donated? It's not too late! Just click!) ------------------------------------ The 365 Days of Astronomy Podcast is produced by the Planetary Science Institute. http://www.psi.edu Visit us on the web at 365DaysOfAstronomy.org or email us at info@365DaysOfAstronomy.org.

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Cool Worlds Podcast
#28 Néstor Espinoza - JWST, Exoplanet Atmospheres, Molecule Detection

Cool Worlds Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2025 100:37


Use code COOLWORLDS at https://novium.shop/coolworlds to get an exclusive 15% off for the next 72 hours. In this week's episode, David is joined by Néstor Espinoza - Associate Astronomer and Mission Scientist of Exoplanet Science at the Space Telescope Science Institute in Baltimore. Néstor is a prolific researcher, developing state-of-the-art statistical tools and performing some of the most exciting analyses of exoplanets with JWST. To support this podcast and our research lab, head to https://coolworldslab.com/support Cool Worlds Podcast Theme by Hill [https://open.spotify.com/artist/1hdkvBtRdOW4SPsnxCXOjK]

Sleep Space from Astrum
Is This JWST's Most Terrifying Discovery Yet?

Sleep Space from Astrum

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025 17:22


We might be surrounded by tiny, rhino-mass black holes. The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has just spotted two black holes that could unlock one of cosmology's biggest puzzles: how supermassive black holes formed so quickly in the early universe. This discovery challenges our understanding of black hole formation, and suggests primordial black holes could be more common than we thought, maybe even lurking all around us. Should we be worried?▀▀▀▀▀▀For 48 hours, enjoy 20% OFF on all Hoverpens with code ASTRUM, or click on the link https://noviumdesign.shop/Astrum - Free shipping to most countries. Also on Amazon: https://noviumdesign.shop/RNIUW6▀▀▀▀▀▀Astrum's newsletter has launched! Want to know what's happening in space? Sign up here: ⁠https://astrumspace.kit.com⁠A huge thanks to our Patreons who help make these videos possible. Sign-up here: ⁠https://bit.ly/4aiJZNF

Down to Earth With Kristian Harloff (UAP NEWS)
Is 3I/ATLAS an Alien Probe? Rep. Tim Burchett's Tweet & NASA's Pushback

Down to Earth With Kristian Harloff (UAP NEWS)

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2025 8:00


Kristian Harloff:  The cosmos just got a lot weirder—or did it? Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS (aka "Three Eye Atlas") has been streaking through our solar system since its discovery in July 2025, sparking wild debates: Is this just a cosmic snowball, or something far more exotic? NASA insists it's a natural comet, releasing stunning new images this week showing its fuzzy coma and tail—no aliens in sight.  But not everyone's buying it. Enter Rep. Tim Burchett (R-TN), the UFO disclosure advocate who's been vocal about government cover-ups. In a recent tweet, Burchett doubled down on the fringe theories, declaring 3I/ATLAS "isn't a comet or anything we can explain with current science."  Is he hinting at alien tech, like a probe from another star system? Or even tying it to his claims of underwater alien bases?  The speculation is exploding online—from Harvard's Avi Loeb suggesting a 40% chance it's non-human  to viral videos claiming it's "under alien control."  In this episode of Down to Earth with Kristian Harloff, I break it all down: •  NASA's latest HiRISE and JWST images—do they really debunk the extraterrestrial hype?   •  Burchett's tweet: What does "unexplainable" really mean in the age of UAP hearings? •  The science vs. the sensational: Radio signals from the comet? Color changes? Acceleration anomalies that have NASA scrambling?  •  My take: As an average Joe diving into UAP news, is 3I/ATLAS the smoking gun we've been waiting for, or just interstellar clickbait? Whether you're Team Comet or Team Cosmic Cover-Up, this visitor from the stars (slated to swing by Earth safely on Dec 19 at 267 million km away ) demands a closer look. Hit play and let's unpack the mystery! Kristian Harloff:  The cosmos just got a lot weirder—or did it? Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS (aka "Three Eye Atlas") has been streaking through our solar system since its discovery in July 2025, sparking wild debates: Is this just a cosmic snowball, or something far more exotic? NASA insists it's a natural comet, releasing stunning new images this week showing its fuzzy coma and tail—no aliens in sight.  But not everyone's buying it. Enter Rep. Tim Burchett (R-TN), the UFO disclosure advocate who's been vocal about government cover-ups. In a recent tweet, Burchett doubled down on the fringe theories, declaring 3I/ATLAS "isn't a comet or anything we can explain with current science."  Is he hinting at alien tech, like a probe from another star system? Or even tying it to his claims of underwater alien bases?  The speculation is exploding online—from Harvard's Avi Loeb suggesting a 40% chance it's non-human  to viral videos claiming it's "under alien control."  In this episode of Down to Earth with Kristian Harloff, I break it all down: •  NASA's latest HiRISE and JWST images—do they really debunk the extraterrestrial hype?   •  Burchett's tweet: What does "unexplainable" really mean in the age of UAP hearings? •  The science vs. the sensational: Radio signals from the comet? Color changes? Acceleration anomalies that have NASA scrambling?  •  My take: As an average Joe diving into UAP news, is 3I/ATLAS the smoking gun we've been waiting for, or just interstellar clickbait? Whether you're Team Comet or Team Cosmic Cover-Up, this visitor from the stars (slated to swing by Earth safely on Dec 19 at 267 million km away ) demands a closer look. Hit play and let's unpack the mystery!

The 365 Days of Astronomy, the daily podcast of the International Year of Astronomy 2009
EVSN - JWST's Picture Album of Baby Stars, Planets, Moons & More

The 365 Days of Astronomy, the daily podcast of the International Year of Astronomy 2009

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 29:20


From November 5, 2025. In this episode, we look at some of our latest discoveries about the formation of star systems, including planets and moons, and the growth of black holes. We also take a closer look at our brightening skies, and the missions set to make things worse. We also cover the latest tales from the launch pad.   We've added a new way to donate to 365 Days of Astronomy to support editing, hosting, and production costs.  Just visit: https://www.patreon.com/365DaysOfAstronomy and donate as much as you can! Share the podcast with your friends and send the Patreon link to them too!  Every bit helps! Thank you! ------------------------------------ Do go visit http://www.redbubble.com/people/CosmoQuestX/shop for cool Astronomy Cast and CosmoQuest t-shirts, coffee mugs and other awesomeness! http://cosmoquest.org/Donate This show is made possible through your donations.  Thank you! (Haven't donated? It's not too late! Just click!) ------------------------------------ The 365 Days of Astronomy Podcast is produced by the Planetary Science Institute. http://www.psi.edu Visit us on the web at 365DaysOfAstronomy.org or email us at info@365DaysOfAstronomy.org.

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Sleep Space from Astrum
James Webb's New Images of Neptune Shocked Scientists

Sleep Space from Astrum

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 31:01


Surprising new measurements from JWST reveal that Neptune is doing something surprising… In this Supercut, we're exploring everything we know about the mysterious blue ice giant. You'll see jaw-dropping new images of Neptune's powerful aurora captured by JWST, and learn about a puzzling object orbiting in perfect resonance with the planet.To those returning and new to the channel: This video is a supercut of our previous videos about Neptune, edited into a new seamless video, and remastered in 4K resolution. Plus, we've added some new science updates. Enjoy!▀▀▀▀▀▀Astrum's newsletter has launched! Want to know what's happening in space? Sign up here: ⁠https://astrumspace.kit.com⁠A huge thanks to our Patreons who help make these videos possible. Sign-up here: ⁠https://bit.ly/4aiJZNF

Universe Today Podcast
[Interview+] Remember Hycean Worlds? Well, Looks Like They Shouldn't Exist

Universe Today Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2025


Recently we heard a lot about hyaena planets. They are supposed to be sub-neptunes with thick Hydrogen atmosphere which allows them to maintain a planet-wide liquid ocean in a vast range of conditions. The most famous example of such a planet is K2-18b which was recently observed by JWST. But the latest studies and simulations show that, in fact, hycean worlds are probably much drier and thus the ocean worlds we were envisioning shouldn't exist.Watch the video here (with no ads) or at YouTube: https://youtu.be/lDAIAXQkNrg

Science Friday
Have Astrophysicists Spotted Evidence For ‘Dark Stars'?

Science Friday

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 13:04


Astrophysicists may have spotted evidence for “dark stars,” an unusual type of star that could possibly have existed in the earliest days of the universe, in data from the James Webb Space Telescope. Instead of being powered by nuclear fusion as current stars are, the controversial theory says that these ancient dark stars would have formed by mixing a huge cloud of hydrogen and helium with a type of self-annihilating dark matter. Dark stars would not have been dark—researchers believe that if they existed, they would actually have been bigger and brighter than current stars.Astrophysicists Katherine Freese, who first proposed the idea of dark stars in 2007, and Cosmin Ilie, who detected the possible signs of the dark stars, join Host Ira Flatow to discuss the theory.  Guests:Dr. Katherine Freese is a theoretical astrophysicist and a professor of physics at the University of Texas at Austin.Dr. Cosmin Ilie is an assistant professor of physics and astronomy at Colgate University.Transcripts for each episode are available within 1-3 days at sciencefriday.com. Subscribe to this podcast. Plus, to stay updated on all things science, sign up for Science Friday's newsletters.

The Naked Scientists Podcast
Top athlete reveals MND diagnosis, and 2025's Nobel Prizes

The Naked Scientists Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2025 41:21


In this edition of The Naked Scientists: Is elite level sport linked with Motor Neurone Disease? We examine the evidence as another top player announces his diagnosis. Also, cages that can sieve out molecules, the immune system peacekeepers; and the quantum realm: we look at this year's Nobel Prizes for science. And, how did birds react to the Great American Eclipse last year? Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists

Into the Impossible
EXCLUSIVE: Avi Loeb Reveals: What HiRISE Just Saw on Mars!

Into the Impossible

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2025 116:52


Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb joins Brian Keating to discuss a groundbreaking observation: the HiRISE camera on NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter has imaged 3I/ATLAS, a rare interstellar visitor, from the vantage point of Mars. In this episode, we explore: • What HiRISE detected and why it matters for planetary science. • How interstellar objects like ʻOumuamua and 3I/ATLAS challenge our theories. • Why Mars may become an ideal outpost for detecting future interstellar visitors. • The implications for astrobiology, planetary defense, and our search for extraterrestrial technology. ✨ Just as the 1977 “Wow! Signal” jolted radio astronomers with a one-time unexplained burst, 3I/ATLAS may be its optical cousin—an anomalous, fleeting, but potentially transformative messenger. Loeb even calculated that 3I/ATLAS's trajectory passed within about one degree of the Wow! Signal's sky position, making the connection more than metaphorical. Ignoring such rare alignments risks repeating history: anomalies slip through our fingers while orthodoxy insists nothing unusual happened. The Wow! Signal warned us of the danger of complacency; 3I/ATLAS reminds us that cosmic surprises often lurk at the margins of expectation, carrying lessons we may miss if we force every mystery into old categories. -

The John Batchelor Show
HEADLINE: Solving the Mystery of Bright Red Dots in the Early Universe GUEST NAME: Dr. Joel LejaSUMMARY: John Batchelor interviews Dr. Joel Leja about "little red dots"—extremely bright, mysteriously common objects discovered in the early univ

The John Batchelor Show

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 15:51


HEADLINE: Solving the Mystery of Bright Red Dots in the Early Universe GUEST NAME: Dr. Joel LejaSUMMARY: John Batchelor interviews Dr. Joel Leja about "little red dots"—extremely bright, mysteriously common objects discovered in the early universe by the James Webb Space Telescope. These enigmatic red dots appear to be early supermassive black holes, possibly tens of millions of solar masses, revealed by intensely hot gas swirling at tremendous velocities around them. Their unexpected abundance and size so close to the universe's beginning poses a fundamental challenge to current theories of cosmic evolution and black hole formation. The discovery suggests that supermassive black holes formed much earlier and more rapidly than previously thought possible, requiring astronomers to reconsider models of how the first galaxies and their central black holes emerged from the primordial darkness. Dr. Leja explains that while the JWST data strongly indicates these are black holes based on spectroscopic signatures, the mechanism that allowed such massive objects to form so quickly after the Big Bang remains one of astronomy's most perplexing new mysteries. The research highlights how advanced telescopes continue to overturn established assumptions about the early universe's structure and evolution.

The John Batchelor Show
HEADLINE: Solving the Mystery of Bright Red Dots in the Early Universe GUEST NAME: Dr. Joel LejaSUMMARY: John Batchelor interviews Dr. Joel Leja about "little red dots"—extremely bright, mysteriously common objects discovered in the early univ

The John Batchelor Show

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 3:49


HEADLINE: Solving the Mystery of Bright Red Dots in the Early Universe GUEST NAME: Dr. Joel LejaSUMMARY: John Batchelor interviews Dr. Joel Leja about "little red dots"—extremely bright, mysteriously common objects discovered in the early universe by the James Webb Space Telescope. These enigmatic red dots appear to be early supermassive black holes, possibly tens of millions of solar masses, revealed by intensely hot gas swirling at tremendous velocities around them. Their unexpected abundance and size so close to the universe's beginning poses a fundamental challenge to current theories of cosmic evolution and black hole formation. The discovery suggests that supermassive black holes formed much earlier and more rapidly than previously thought possible, requiring astronomers to reconsider models of how the first galaxies and their central black holes emerged from the primordial darkness. Dr. Leja explains that while the JWST data strongly indicates these are black holes based on spectroscopic signatures, the mechanism that allowed such massive objects to form so quickly after the Big Bang remains one of astronomy's most perplexing new mysteries. The research highlights how advanced telescopes continue to overturn established assumptions about the early universe's structure and evolution. HUBBLE