Podcasts about supernovae

Astronomy Cast Ep. 750: Supernova Early Warning System By Fraser Cain & Dr. Pamela Gay Streamed live on Mar 31, 2025. Hosted by: Fraser Cain and Dr. Pamela L. Gay When enormous stars detonate as supernovae they release a burst of neutrinos that can be the first sign of a coming explosion. Now, astronomers have built a network to watch for that flash of neutrinos, and help direct their telescopes for when the sky show begins. Supernovae explosions occur in stages, with neutrinos being emitted hours before photons. If we can accurately detect those neutrinos, we might just be able to get on target before the light show even starts.... Maybe.   SUPPORTED BY YOU This Episode is made possible thanks to our Patrons on Patreon. Join at the Galaxy Group level or higher to be listed in our YouTube videos. Thanks to: BogieNet, Stephen Vei, Jeanette Wink, Siggi Kemmler, Andrew Poelstra, Brian Cagle, David Truog, Ed, David, Gerhard Schwarzer, Sergio Sancevero, Sergey Manouilov, Burry Gowen, David Rossetter, Michael Purcell, Jason Kwong

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AEugVwlTunc Streamed live on Mar 31, 2025. Hosted by: Fraser Cain and Dr. Pamela L. Gay When enormous stars detonate as supernovae they release a burst of neutrinos that can be the first sign of a coming explosion. Now, astronomers have built a network to watch for that flash of neutrinos, and help direct their telescopes for when the sky show begins. Supernovae explosions occur in stages, with neutrinos being emitted hours before photons. If we can accurately detect those neutrinos, we might just be able to get on target before the light show even starts.... Maybe.   SUPPORTED BY YOU This Episode is made possible thanks to our Patrons on Patreon. Join at the Galaxy Group level or higher to be listed in our YouTube videos. Thanks to: BogieNet, Stephen Vei, Jeanette Wink, Siggi Kemmler, Andrew Poelstra, Brian Cagle, David Truog, Ed, David, Gerhard Schwarzer, Sergio Sancevero, Sergey Manouilov, Burry Gowen, David Rossetter, Michael Purcell, Jason Kwong   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.

Streamed live on Mar 31, 2025. Hosted by: Fraser Cain and Dr. Pamela L. Gay When enormous stars detonate as supernovae they release a burst of neutrinos that can be the first sign of a coming explosion. Now, astronomers have built a network to watch for that flash of neutrinos, and help direct their telescopes for when the sky show begins. Supernovae explosions occur in stages, with neutrinos being emitted hours before photons. If we can accurately detect those neutrinos, we might just be able to get on target before the light show even starts.... Maybe.   SUPPORTED BY YOU This Episode is made possible thanks to our Patrons on Patreon. Join at the Galaxy Group level or higher to be listed in our YouTube videos. Thanks to: BogieNet, Stephen Vei, Jeanette Wink, Siggi Kemmler, Andrew Poelstra, Brian Cagle, David Truog, Ed, David, Gerhard Schwarzer, Sergio Sancevero, Sergey Manouilov, Burry Gowen, David Rossetter, Michael Purcell, Jason Kwong

Astronomy Daily | Space News: S04E69In this illuminating episode of Astronomy Daily, host Anna guides you through a series of remarkable discoveries that expand our understanding of the universe. From the detection of oxygen in the most distant galaxy to revolutionary advancements in telescope technology, this episode is a treasure trove of cosmic insights that will leave you in awe.Highlights:- Oxygen in the Distant Galaxy: Dive into the groundbreaking discovery of oxygen in galaxy Jades GSZ14.0, the farthest galaxy ever observed, which reveals unexpected maturity in the early universe. This finding challenges existing models of galaxy formation and evolution, showcasing the remarkable capabilities of the James Webb Space Telescope and ALMA.- Supernovae and Mass Extinctions: Explore the intriguing theory that supernova explosions may have contributed to mass extinction events on Earth. New research suggests that nearby supernovae could have stripped our atmosphere of its ozone layer, exposing life to harmful radiation and leading to catastrophic consequences.- Revolutionary Telescope Technology: Uncover the innovative new flat lens designed by engineers at the University of Utah, which could revolutionize astronomical observations. This lightweight lens promises to replace traditional bulky optics, making advanced imaging more accessible and practical for both professional and amateur astronomers.- Extraordinary Nova Explosion: Learn about the recurrent nova LMCN1968.12A in the Large Magellanic Cloud, which shines nearly 100 times brighter than the sun during its eruptions. This nova's unique characteristics offer valuable insights into the behavior of cosmic explosions and their potential connections to supernovae.- Venus's Inferior Conjunction: Get ready for Venus's upcoming inferior conjunction, where it will pass between Earth and the Sun. While this event may not provide dramatic visuals, it offers a valuable opportunity for astronomers to refine their understanding of celestial mechanics and planetary movements.- Theoretical Dyson Swarms: Delve into the ambitious concept of Dyson swarms, hypothetical megastructures that advanced civilizations might build around stars. This study highlights the delicate balance between technological advancement and environmental preservation, raising important questions about our future energy needs.For more cosmic updates, visit our website at astronomydaily.io. Join our community on social media by searching for #AstroDailyPod on Facebook, X, YouTubeMusic, TikTok, and our new Instagram account! Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.Thank you for tuning in. This is Anna signing off. Until next time, keep looking up and stay curious about the wonders of our universe.00:00 - Welcome to Astronomy Daily01:05 - Discovery of oxygen in distant galaxy10:30 - Supernovae and mass extinction theory17:00 - Revolutionary telescope lens technology22:15 - Extraordinary nova explosion insights27:30 - Venus's inferior conjunction32:00 - Theoretical Dyson swarms and energy needs✍️ Episode ReferencesOxygen in Distant Galaxy[NASA](https://www.nasa.gov)Supernovae and Extinction Events[Research Study](https://www.example.com)Revolutionary Telescope Technology[University of Utah](https://www.utah.edu)LMCN1968.12A Observations[Astronomy Journal](https://www.example.com)Venus's Inferior Conjunction[Adler Planetarium](https://www.adlerplanetarium.org/)Dyson Swarms Research[Science Direct](https://www.sciencedirect.com/)Astronomy Daily[Astronomy Daily](http://www.astronomydaily.io/)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astronomy-daily-space-news--5648921/support.

SpaceTime Series 28 Episode 34The Astronomy, Space and Science News PodcastSupernovae's Role in Mass Extinctions, NASA's Stellar Mapping Mission, and New Moons of SaturnIn this episode of SpaceTime, we explore a fascinating new study suggesting that nearby supernovae could have triggered at least two of Earth's mass extinction events. These violent stellar explosions may have stripped away the ozone layer, exposing life to harmful ultraviolet radiation and leading to significant ecological upheaval. We delve into the implications of these findings and how they reshape our understanding of Earth's history.Nasa's SPHEREx MissionWe also discuss NASA's successful launch of the SPHEREx mission, designed to map the entire celestial sky in unprecedented detail. This mission aims to create a three-dimensional map of over 450 million galaxies, utilizing advanced spectroscopy techniques to analyze infrared light and uncover the mysteries of cosmic inflation and the ingredients necessary for life.Saturn's Expanding Moon FamilyAdditionally, astronomers have made an exciting discovery of 128 new moons orbiting Saturn, bringing its total to 274. These tiny moonlets, likely remnants of larger captured moons, offer insights into the history and evolution of the Saturnian system.00:00 Space Time Series 28 Episode 34 for broadcast on 19 March 202500:49 Supernovae and mass extinction events06:30 The role of supernovae in Earth's history12:15 Overview of NASA's SPHEREx mission18:00 Spectroscopy and cosmic inflation studies22:45 Discovery of new moons around Saturn27:00 Summary of recent astronomical findings30:15 Discussion on dietary changes in Australia by 2030www.spacetimewithstuartgary.comwww.bitesz.com

Astronomy Daily - The Podcast: S04E46In this episode of Astronomy Daily, host Anna takes you on an exciting journey through the latest advancements and discoveries in space exploration. From the preparations for SpaceX's Crew 10 mission to groundbreaking insights into supernovae, this episode is packed with captivating stories that will ignite your curiosity about the cosmos.Highlights:- SpaceX's Crew 10 Mission Preparations:Join us as we explore the significant milestones achieved by the Crew 10 astronauts at Kennedy Space Center. Discover how NASA astronauts Anne McClain and Nigel Ayers, JAXA astronaut Takuya Onishi, and Roscosmos cosmonaut Kirill Peskov are gearing up for their journey to the International Space Station, including crucial equipment testing and training.- European Space Breakthrough: Learn about the remarkable achievement of German startup Isar Aerospace, which has successfully completed static fire tests of its Spectrum rocket. This milestone positions Europe closer to establishing its own private orbital launch capabilities, enhancing the continent's space sovereignty.- NASA's NEO Surveyor Mission: Delve into NASA's ambitious Near Earth Object Surveyor mission, set to launch in 2027. This $1.2 billion project aims to detect potentially hazardous asteroids, significantly upgrading our planetary defense capabilities and ensuring the safety of our planet.- PUNCH Mission Insights: Explore the innovative PUNCH mission, scheduled for launch in 2025, which will provide unprecedented observations of the Sun's corona and solar wind. This mission promises to revolutionize our understanding of space weather and its impact on Earth.- China's AI-Driven Deep Space Exploration: Discover China's bold plans to send spacecraft to the edges of our solar system by 2049, utilizing artificial intelligence to navigate and manage resources autonomously. This groundbreaking approach could redefine deep space exploration and pave the way for future missions.- Massive Supernovae Data Release: Uncover the monumental collection of 3,628 Type Ia supernovae observations from the Zwicky Transient Facility. This unprecedented dataset could reshape our understanding of the universe's expansion and provide new insights into dark energy.For more cosmic updates, visit our website at astronomydaily.io. Join our community on social media by searching for #AstroDailyPod on Facebook, X, YouTubeMusic, and TikTok. Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.Thank you for tuning in. This is Anna signing off. Until next time, keep looking up and stay curious about the wonders of our universe.00:00 - Welcome back to Astronomy Daily01:05 - SpaceX Crew 10 mission preparations07:30 - Isar Aerospace's Spectrum rocket tests12:15 - NASA's NEO Surveyor mission18:00 - PUNCH mission overview22:30 - China's AI-driven deep space exploration27:00 - Supernovae data release and implications32:00 - Conclusion and upcoming content✍️ Episode ReferencesSpaceX Crew 10 Mission[SpaceX](https://www.spacex.com)Isar Aerospace's Spectrum Rocket[Isar Aerospace](https://www.isaraerospace.com)NASA's NEO Surveyor Mission[NASA TV Surveyor](https://www.nasa.gov/neo-surveyor)PUNCH Mission Details[NASA PUNCH](https://www.nasa.gov/punch)Zwicky Transient Facility Supernova Data[ZTF](https://www.ztf.caltech.edu)Astronomy Daily[Astronomy Daily](http://www.astronomydaily.io)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astronomy-daily-space-news-discoveries--5648921/support.

MAKE HISTORY WITH US THIS SUMMER:https://demystifysci.com/demysticon-2025PATREON https://www.patreon.com/c/demystifysciPARADIGM DRIFThttps://demystifysci.com/paradigm-drift-showPATREON: get episodes early + join our weekly Patron Chat https://bit.ly/3lcAasBMERCH: Rock some DemystifySci gear : https://demystifysci.myspreadshop.com/allAMAZON: Do your shopping through this link: https://amzn.to/3YyoT98SUBSTACK: https://substack.com/@UCqV4_7i9h1_V7hY48eZZSLw@demystifysciDr. Indranil Banik is a physicist at the University of Portsmouth who studies λCDM cosmology, the standard model of physics that tells us the Big Bang happened, that it happened something like 13.8 billion years ago, and that the modern universe is replete with undetectable cold dark matter (the CDM of the theory). Listeners of the show will know that there are compelling reasons to believe that these conclusions are based on questionable assumptions at the very heart of physics. This conversation, between a liquid sun proponent, a scientist who has spent his career studying the mainstream, and an appreciator of finely crafted theories, is an opportunity to lay these questionable assumptions on the table and to see how they hold up to scrutiny. Dr. Banik is also an invited speaker at our Beyond the Big Bang gathering in Portugal this summer, and has graciously agreed to serve as a counterbalance to those who say that the Big Bang Theory doesn't have much life left in it. National Astronomy Meeting parallel session and a special issue in Galaxies, both about the Hubble tension:https://darkmattercrisis.wordpress.com/2025/02/12/100-hubble-tension-parallel-session-at-the-national-astronomy-meeting-2025-and-special-issue-in-galaxies/00:00 Go! 00:04:27 Stellar Age & Lower Boundary for Universe00:07:14 Data Analysis in Cosmology00:10:08 Data Calibration and Processing00:13:08 Gaia Mission and Data Management00:16:21 Parallax and Distance Measurement00:22:49 Parallax v. Cosmic Distance Estimates00:24:48 Cepheid Variables & Supernovae as Distance Placeholders00:39:24 Assumptions in Data Processing and Redshift00:46:03 Cosmic Redshift and Expansion00:48:33 Measuring the Universe's Age00:51:06 Hubble Constant and Tension00:54:04 CMB and Model Predictions00:56:00 Angular Scales and CMB Analysis01:00:18 Acoustic Oscillations in the CMB01:05:03 Intrinsic CMB Fluctuations01:07:48 CMB Power Spectrum Insights01:09:34 Cosmic Microwave Background (CMB) Standard Narrative01:13:47 Big Bang and Photon Origin01:18:18 Matter-Antimatter Annihilation and Implications01:22:00 CMB Contradicts Stars as Blackbodies01:30:02 LMH Structure and Phase States of Stars01:33:07 Tensions in Astrophysics Models01:38:25 Revisiting Scientific Assumptions01:46:52 Model Agreement and Constraints01:51:01 Modified Gravity Theories01:56:29 Dark Matter and Alternatives01:58:07 Gravitational Microlensing02:01:08 Galactic Cohesion Theories02:14:08 Hubble Tension Revisited02:19:41 Understanding Anomalies02:22:15 Reconsidering History#LiquidMetallicHydrogen, #astronomy, #cosmos, #stars, #astrophysics, #cosmology, #ElectricUniverse, #CosmicMicrowaveBackground, #UniverseOrigins, #philosophypodcast, #sciencepodcast, #longformpodcast AND our material science investigations of atomics, @MaterialAtomics https://www.youtube.com/@MaterialAtomicsJoin our mailing list https://bit.ly/3v3kz2S PODCAST INFO: Anastasia completed her PhD studying bioelectricity at Columbia University. When not talking to brilliant people or making movies, she spends her time painting, reading, and guiding backcountry excursions. Shilo also did his PhD at Columbia studying the elastic properties of molecular water. When he's not in the film studio, he's exploring sound in music. They are both freelance professors at various universities.

On The Space Show for Wednesday, 5 February 2025:Stellar Fireworks: Novae and SupernovaeCoronal mass ejections and the SunRISE satellitesStellar flares seen by SwiftNovae — T Coronae BorealisSupernovae — SN1987a and Eta CarinaSPHEREx.(Audio inserts courtesy GSFC, CXC)

How do we know so much about supernovae, when all we see is this little point of light getting brighter and then dimmer over time? Given this minimal data, we can often say what type of star exploded, and even some details about how the explosion took place. Supernova astronomers are a lot like forensic scientists dusting for fingerprints and getting DNA samples at the scene of a crime. But instead of a typical crime scene, they are investigating the death of an entire solar system. Dr. Lindsey Kwok is a CIERA fellow at Northwestern University and an expert at using JWST to perform state-of-the-art forensic supernova science.

Physicists studying a distant galaxy using a telescopic technique called gravitational lensing, or telescopic magnification, have discovered over 40 previously unknown stars. The discovery, published in Nature Astronomy, shows how these stars were behaving eight billion years ago, giving a glimpse into the population of stars at 'cosmic noon' - the Middle Ages of the Universe. The research was led by the Centre for Frontier Science at Chiba University, in Japan, and involved over 45 international partners. In the UK this was led by Durham University's Centre for Extragalactic Astronomy and involved the Jodrell Bank Centre for Astrophysics, Manchester University. New telescopic magnification trick to discover over 40 new stars The international team used observations from the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) and gravitational lensing to study a galaxy known as the Dragon Arc, located behind a massive cluster of galaxies called Abell 370. In gravitational lensing a foreground galaxy cluster bends the light from a more distant object and magnifies it, allowing scientists to study the distant object (here the Dragon Arc galaxy). Due to its gravitational lensing effect, Abell 370 stretches the Dragon Arc's signature spiral into an elongated shape - like a hall of mirrors of cosmic proportions. Using this technique, and high-resolution images from the JWST, taken across a full year, the team was able to identify 44 previously unknown stars in the Dragon Arc. They observed that the brightness of these individual stars changed over the course of the study due to variations in the gravitational lensing landscape. The findings show what this galaxy is made of in a way not previously achieved. They also tell us more about dark matter - a mysterious substance that binds together galaxies, creating the environment for stars, planets and life to exist. Dr David Lagattuta from the Centre for Extragalactic Astronomy at Durham University said: "When the team made this discovery, we knew that, given the size of the dots seen in the JWST images, the most logical explanation was that these were individual stars, seen for the first time, which is a hugely exciting discovery. "We know these are stars that have not been seen before by comparing them to previous image of the Dragon Arc which do not show these bright dots. "Other possibilities such as these findings being a cluster of stars or exploding supernovae simply did not fit the data. "It would be a huge coincidence to find so many supernovae all in the same galaxy and all exploding at the same time. Supernovae also tend to suppress star formation, but spectroscopy tells us the Dragon Arc is still actively forming stars. "We also reasoned that these objects had to be individual stars, rather than star clusters, since the size of what we're seeing (after accounting for the extreme lensing magnification) is much too small to fit in the tens of hundreds of bright stars in a star cluster at once. Many of the stars identified through this study are 'red supergiants', a type of star that has typically been very difficult to identify outside of the Milky Way. This is because they are covered in a layer of cosmic 'dust' making them almost invisible to telescopes. The JWST enabled the research team to peer through this dust more easily, revealing the hidden stars inside. Professor Mathilde Jauzac from the Centre for Extragalactic Astronomy and the Institute for Computational Cosmology at Durham University said: "This is the first time, that we are aware of, that so many stars have been discovered in one cluster. This finding enables us to see what the galaxy is made of in ways not possible before. "This provides a fascinating and unique view into the behaviour of stars at the critical 'cosmic noon', the Middle Ages of the Universe. "We know that in the early stages of the Universe there is lots of gas and early 'protostars' and then by nine to 10 billion years ago star formation peaks and everythin...

Wenn wir in einer klaren Nacht in den Himmel schauen, können wir eine atemberaubende Vielzahl an funkelnden Punkten beobachten. Doch der Blick in den Sternenhimmel liefert immer nur zweidimensionale Bilder. Die dritte Dimension der Himmelsobjekte – also ihre Entfernung zur Erde – ist nicht so leicht zu bestimmen. Mit welchen Methoden Astronominnen und Astronomen den Kosmos dennoch vermessen und welche bedeutende Rolle das Bestimmen von Entfernungen im Weltall heute noch spielt, berichtet Hendrik Hildebrandt von der Universität Bochum in dieser Podcastfolge von Welt der Physik. *** Ein Beitrag von Julia Thomas, gesprochen von Ulrike Kapfer. Aufnahme: Das Hörspielstudio Kreuzberg, Tonbearbeitung und Schnitt: Daniel Lewy und Elias Emken. Redaktion: Welt der Physik https://www.weltderphysik.de/ Welt der Physik wird herausgegeben vom Bundesministerium für Bildung und Forschung und von der Deutschen Physikalischen Gesellschaft. *** Die Website zum Podcast: https://www.weltderphysik.de/mediathek/podcast/vermessung-des-universums/ Bei Fragen, Anmerkungen und Kritik schreibt uns: feedback@weltderphysik.de

If you're speaking English, not Latin, do you really have to say "supernovae" instead of "supernovas"? Also, they are, in some sense, created equally: explosion of a white dwarf, but the outcomes are not all equal. You are welcome for this grammatical tangent, and please enjoy our fun discussion about weird tesserae (more Latin!) on Venus and the whole standard candle story of type 1a supernovae gets a rewrite. On this episode of Walkabout the Galaxy, you can also enjoy solar energy/spacecraft trivia, space news, and general hilarity at no extra charge.

Massive events across the planet from comets in our skies, brightening supernova, record breaking hurricanes and now the economy begins to wobble. Are we at the civilization cycle reset again?

In dieser Folge geht es um Sternexplosionen – die natürlich nicht wirklich krachen, denn im leeren Weltraum kann man nichts hören, wie wir später klären. Zuerst geht es aber in den Space News ausführlich um die kürzlich gestarteten Raummissionen Hera und Europa Clipper. Danach hanteln wir uns durch die Sternexplosionen – Flareausbrüche, Novae, Kilonovae, Supernovae, Hypernovae und GRBs.

From May 18, 2021. Two new studies are attempting to solve a couple of big puzzles in astrophysics: Is the Hubble constant actually constant? And why do galaxies have flat rotation curves? Plus, a young star's circumstellar disk, the search for stellar-mass black holes, magnesium in the deep waters of Neptune and Uranus, and an interview with PSI scientist David Horvath regarding possibly active volcanism on Mars.   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.

From May 18, 2021. Two new studies are attempting to solve a couple of big puzzles in astrophysics: Is the Hubble constant actually constant? And why do galaxies have flat rotation curves? Plus, a young star's circumstellar disk, the search for stellar-mass black holes, magnesium in the deep waters of Neptune and Uranus, and an interview with PSI scientist David Horvath regarding possibly active volcanism on Mars.   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.

From May 11, 2021. SNFactory researchers found that among about 50 supernovae, many had nearly identical spectra, paving the way for making more accurate distance calculations. These calculations, in turn, open up the possibility of using supernovae to better search for dark energy. Plus, OSIRIS-REx, Voyager I, planetary formation, and volcanoes on Mars.   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.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1d1BkdhtgXI&list=PLbJ42wpShvml6Eg22WjWAR-6QUufHFh2v&index=218 From  Mar 14, 2016. Supernovae are some of the most powerful explosions in the Universe, releasing more energy in a moment than most stars will release in their entire lifetimes. There are a few places in the Universe that defy comprehension. And supernovae have got to be the most extreme places you can imagine. We're talking about a star with potentially dozens of times the size and mass of our own Sun that violently dies in a faction of a second.    Faster than it take me to say the word supernova, a complete star collapses in on itself, creating a black hole, forming the denser elements in the Universe, and then exploding outward with the energy of millions or even billions of stars.   Team: Fraser Cain - @fcain Chad Weber - weber.chad@gmail.com Created by: Fraser Cain and Jason Harmer Edited by: Chad Weber Music: Left Spine Down - “X-Ray”   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.

A nova is a star that periodically sheds mass in a huge flare-up of light and energy. This week, astrophysicist Dr. Carlos Badenes from the University of Pittsburgh joins us to discuss a star that should be going nova in the next few weeks--and will be visible in the night sky for about 6-7 days! T Corona Borealis (TCrB) is a binary system comprising two stars in the constellation Corona Borealis that bursts into magnitude 2 (as seen from Earth) about every 80 years--and should do so again by mid-September! Join us. Headlines: NASA's Perseverance rover discovers a rock on Mars that shows intriguing signs of potential ancient microbial life, sparking excitement among scientists Starliner Update: NASA and Boeing discuss the extended mission of the Starliner spacecraft, addressing concerns and highlighting the crew's safety and productivity Scientists uncover evidence suggesting Mercury's crust harbors a 10-mile thick diamond layer, formed by unique planetary processes Main Topic - The Visible Nova in the Sky Near You: T Coronae Borealis, a recurring nova located in the constellation Corona Borealis, is expected to become visible to the naked eye between now and September 2024 Novae are binary star systems where a white dwarf accumulates material from its companion star, leading to a thermonuclear runaway and a bright outburst Supernovae, in contrast, are the explosive deaths of stars, either through the complete disruption of a white dwarf or the collapse of a massive star's core Historical accounts of "new stars" include Tycho's Supernova (1572), Kepler's Supernova (1604), and the Crab Nebula progenitor (1054) Dr. Badenes discusses his research on novae in nearby galaxies and the use of the Hubble Space Telescope to study the progenitors of thermonuclear supernovae The crew explores the limits of recurring novae, the possibility of a white dwarf exploding as a Type Ia supernova, and the anticipated supernova of the star Betelgeuse in the constellation Orion Hosts: Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik Guest: Carlos Badenes Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-space. Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsor: betterhelp.com/TWIS

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A nova is a star that periodically sheds mass in a huge flare-up of light and energy. This week, astrophysicist Dr. Carlos Badenes from the University of Pittsburgh joins us to discuss a star that should be going nova in the next few weeks--and will be visible in the night sky for about 6-7 days! T Corona Borealis (TCrB) is a binary system comprising two stars in the constellation Corona Borealis that bursts into magnitude 2 (as seen from Earth) about every 80 years--and should do so again by mid-September! Join us. Headlines: NASA's Perseverance rover discovers a rock on Mars that shows intriguing signs of potential ancient microbial life, sparking excitement among scientists Starliner Update: NASA and Boeing discuss the extended mission of the Starliner spacecraft, addressing concerns and highlighting the crew's safety and productivity Scientists uncover evidence suggesting Mercury's crust harbors a 10-mile thick diamond layer, formed by unique planetary processes Main Topic - The Visible Nova in the Sky Near You: T Coronae Borealis, a recurring nova located in the constellation Corona Borealis, is expected to become visible to the naked eye between now and September 2024 Novae are binary star systems where a white dwarf accumulates material from its companion star, leading to a thermonuclear runaway and a bright outburst Supernovae, in contrast, are the explosive deaths of stars, either through the complete disruption of a white dwarf or the collapse of a massive star's core Historical accounts of "new stars" include Tycho's Supernova (1572), Kepler's Supernova (1604), and the Crab Nebula progenitor (1054) Dr. Badenes discusses his research on novae in nearby galaxies and the use of the Hubble Space Telescope to study the progenitors of thermonuclear supernovae The crew explores the limits of recurring novae, the possibility of a white dwarf exploding as a Type Ia supernova, and the anticipated supernova of the star Betelgeuse in the constellation Orion Hosts: Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik Guest: Carlos Badenes Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-space. Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsor: betterhelp.com/TWIS

A nova is a star that periodically sheds mass in a huge flare-up of light and energy. This week, astrophysicist Dr. Carlos Badenes from the University of Pittsburgh joins us to discuss a star that should be going nova in the next few weeks--and will be visible in the night sky for about 6-7 days! T Corona Borealis (TCrB) is a binary system comprising two stars in the constellation Corona Borealis that bursts into magnitude 2 (as seen from Earth) about every 80 years--and should do so again by mid-September! Join us. Headlines: NASA's Perseverance rover discovers a rock on Mars that shows intriguing signs of potential ancient microbial life, sparking excitement among scientists Starliner Update: NASA and Boeing discuss the extended mission of the Starliner spacecraft, addressing concerns and highlighting the crew's safety and productivity Scientists uncover evidence suggesting Mercury's crust harbors a 10-mile thick diamond layer, formed by unique planetary processes Main Topic - The Visible Nova in the Sky Near You: T Coronae Borealis, a recurring nova located in the constellation Corona Borealis, is expected to become visible to the naked eye between now and September 2024 Novae are binary star systems where a white dwarf accumulates material from its companion star, leading to a thermonuclear runaway and a bright outburst Supernovae, in contrast, are the explosive deaths of stars, either through the complete disruption of a white dwarf or the collapse of a massive star's core Historical accounts of "new stars" include Tycho's Supernova (1572), Kepler's Supernova (1604), and the Crab Nebula progenitor (1054) Dr. Badenes discusses his research on novae in nearby galaxies and the use of the Hubble Space Telescope to study the progenitors of thermonuclear supernovae The crew explores the limits of recurring novae, the possibility of a white dwarf exploding as a Type Ia supernova, and the anticipated supernova of the star Betelgeuse in the constellation Orion Hosts: Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik Guest: Carlos Badenes Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-space. Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsor: betterhelp.com/TWIS

A nova is a star that periodically sheds mass in a huge flare-up of light and energy. This week, astrophysicist Dr. Carlos Badenes from the University of Pittsburgh joins us to discuss a star that should be going nova in the next few weeks--and will be visible in the night sky for about 6-7 days! T Corona Borealis (TCrB) is a binary system comprising two stars in the constellation Corona Borealis that bursts into magnitude 2 (as seen from Earth) about every 80 years--and should do so again by mid-September! Join us. Headlines: NASA's Perseverance rover discovers a rock on Mars that shows intriguing signs of potential ancient microbial life, sparking excitement among scientists Starliner Update: NASA and Boeing discuss the extended mission of the Starliner spacecraft, addressing concerns and highlighting the crew's safety and productivity Scientists uncover evidence suggesting Mercury's crust harbors a 10-mile thick diamond layer, formed by unique planetary processes Main Topic - The Visible Nova in the Sky Near You: T Coronae Borealis, a recurring nova located in the constellation Corona Borealis, is expected to become visible to the naked eye between now and September 2024 Novae are binary star systems where a white dwarf accumulates material from its companion star, leading to a thermonuclear runaway and a bright outburst Supernovae, in contrast, are the explosive deaths of stars, either through the complete disruption of a white dwarf or the collapse of a massive star's core Historical accounts of "new stars" include Tycho's Supernova (1572), Kepler's Supernova (1604), and the Crab Nebula progenitor (1054) Dr. Badenes discusses his research on novae in nearby galaxies and the use of the Hubble Space Telescope to study the progenitors of thermonuclear supernovae The crew explores the limits of recurring novae, the possibility of a white dwarf exploding as a Type Ia supernova, and the anticipated supernova of the star Betelgeuse in the constellation Orion Hosts: Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik Guest: Carlos Badenes Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-space. Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsor: betterhelp.com/TWIS

Gammablitze und Supernovae haben auf der Erde Spuren hinterlassen. Sind kosmische Explosionen gar für ein großes Massenaussterben auf der Erde verantwortlich? (00:00:57) Begrüßung (00:01:55) Was ist ein Gamma-Blitz? (00:03:42) Was ist der Unterschied zur Super-Nova? (00:04:30) Wie oft kommen sie vor? (00:06:44) Hatten Gamma-Blitze Einfluss auf Massenaussterben? (00:09:44) Wie würde das funktionieren? (00:11:50) Müssen wir uns Sorgen machen? (00:13:16) Gibt es Beweise für die Hypothesen mit dem Massenaussterben? (00:14:38) Wie werden Gamma-Blitze erforscht? (00:18:42) Technische Herausforderungen (00:19:58) Ein weiteres Problem: Der R-Prozess (00:22:03) Kritik an der Hypothese (00:23:58) Wie gehts weiter? (00:24:49) Verabschiedung Hier entlang geht's zu den Links unserer Werbepartner: https://detektor.fm/werbepartner/spektrum-der-wissenschaft >> Artikel zum Nachlesen: https://detektor.fm/wissen/spektrum-podcast-gammablitze-massenaussterben

Gammablitze und Supernovae haben auf der Erde Spuren hinterlassen. Sind kosmische Explosionen gar für ein großes Massenaussterben auf der Erde verantwortlich? (00:00:57) Begrüßung (00:01:55) Was ist ein Gamma-Blitz? (00:03:42) Was ist der Unterschied zur Super-Nova? (00:04:30) Wie oft kommen sie vor? (00:06:44) Hatten Gamma-Blitze Einfluss auf Massenaussterben? (00:09:44) Wie würde das funktionieren? (00:11:50) Müssen wir uns Sorgen machen? (00:13:16) Gibt es Beweise für die Hypothesen mit dem Massenaussterben? (00:14:38) Wie werden Gamma-Blitze erforscht? (00:18:42) Technische Herausforderungen (00:19:58) Ein weiteres Problem: Der R-Prozess (00:22:03) Kritik an der Hypothese (00:23:58) Wie gehts weiter? (00:24:49) Verabschiedung Hier entlang geht's zu den Links unserer Werbepartner: https://detektor.fm/werbepartner/spektrum-der-wissenschaft >> Artikel zum Nachlesen: https://detektor.fm/wissen/spektrum-podcast-gammablitze-massenaussterben

Gammablitze und Supernovae haben auf der Erde Spuren hinterlassen. Sind kosmische Explosionen gar für ein großes Massenaussterben auf der Erde verantwortlich? (00:00:57) Begrüßung (00:01:55) Was ist ein Gamma-Blitz? (00:03:42) Was ist der Unterschied zur Super-Nova? (00:04:30) Wie oft kommen sie vor? (00:06:44) Hatten Gamma-Blitze Einfluss auf Massenaussterben? (00:09:44) Wie würde das funktionieren? (00:11:50) Müssen wir uns Sorgen machen? (00:13:16) Gibt es Beweise für die Hypothesen mit dem Massenaussterben? (00:14:38) Wie werden Gamma-Blitze erforscht? (00:18:42) Technische Herausforderungen (00:19:58) Ein weiteres Problem: Der R-Prozess (00:22:03) Kritik an der Hypothese (00:23:58) Wie gehts weiter? (00:24:49) Verabschiedung Hier entlang geht's zu den Links unserer Werbepartner: https://detektor.fm/werbepartner/spektrum-der-wissenschaft >> Artikel zum Nachlesen: https://detektor.fm/wissen/spektrum-podcast-gammablitze-massenaussterben

Embark on a celestial journey with today's episode of Astronomy Daily - The Podcast, where your host, Anna, brings you the latest cosmic updates. We'll dive into the successful launch of SpaceX's Starlink satellites, incredible new images from the Hubble Space Telescope, and the real-time awakening of a massive black hole. We'll explore how Earth's atmosphere protects us from the devastating effects of nearby supernovae and look at a fascinating collaboration between Lego and space agencies to celebrate upcoming lunar missions. Stay tuned for an engaging and insightful episode as we dive into some of the most intriguing stories this week.On June 18, SpaceX successfully launched another batch of its Starlink broadband satellites from California, marking the 61st orbital liftoff of the year for the company. A Falcon 9 rocket carrying 20 satellites lifted off from Vandenberg Space Force Base at 11:40 p.m. EDT. This launch included 13 satellites with direct-to-cell capabilities, making them even more adaptable for broadband communication. Eight and a half minutes after launch, the Falcon 9's first stage made a pinpoint landing on the drone ship "Of Course I Still Love You" stationed in the Pacific Ocean. This was the fifth flight and landing for this particular booster, highlighting SpaceX's commitment to reusability and cost efficiency in space travel. The rocket's upper stage continued its journey to deploy the 20 satellites into low Earth orbit, adding to the ever-growing Starlink mega constellation, which now boasts over 6000 operational satellites.NASA's Hubble Space Telescope has successfully captured its first new images since switching to a single gyro operational mode. Despite issues with one of Hubble's gyroscopes, the transition to single gyro mode has proven effective, allowing Hubble to resume its vital scientific missions. One of the standout achievements in Hubble's new operational mode is a stunning image of the galaxy NGC 1546, located in the constellation Dorado. This image is part of a collaborative observing program involving both Hubble and NASA's James Webb Space Telescope. The program also employs data from the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array, providing scientists with a comprehensive and detailed view of stellar formation and evolution.NASA has announced that Boeing's Starliner capsule will remain docked at the International Space Station for an additional four days, postponing its return to Earth until June 26. The extension will provide valuable time to gather more comprehensive data from this 20-day test flight, which is the first to carry astronauts aboard the Starliner. This delay comes as a precautionary measure to address ongoing technical challenges. The Starliner has experienced five known helium leaks in its propulsion system and has faced unexpected issues with numerous maneuvering jets. Engineers have determined that the spacecraft still has ample helium reserves to ensure a safe trip back to Earth. Meanwhile, astronauts Barry "Butch" Wilmore and Sunita Williams will use the extra time to contribute to ISS operations, aiding with experiments and maintenance tasks.In an extraordinary breakthrough, astronomers have reportedly documented what might be the first real-time observation of a massive black hole awakening. The galaxy SDSS J1335+0728, which appeared unremarkable in years past, began to shine brighter than ever starting in late 2019. Scientists tracking this phenomenon use data from multiple space and ground-based observatories, concluding that the significant behavioral changes are likely due to the sudden activation of the galaxy's central black hole. This groundbreaking observation could offer new insights into the mechanisms and behaviors inherent to galactic cores.New research confirms that Earth's atmosphere, especially the ozone layer, plays a critical role in protecting life from the harmful effects of nearby supernovae. The ozone layer, along with the magnetosphere, acts as a formidable shield against the intense UV radiation and cosmic rays that accompany these massive stellar explosions. A study published in Nature Communications Earth and Environment reveals that even a nearby supernova explosion within 100 parsecs, or 326 light-years, would not significantly harm Earth's biosphere. This resilience underscores the robust nature of Earth's defenses, allowing its biosphere to thrive even amidst galactic phenomena.LEGO, in partnership with ESA and NASA, is celebrating the Artemis program by releasing special space-themed bricks. This collaboration aims to inspire the next generation of space enthusiasts and commemorate the upcoming missions to the moon. The Artemis program's goal is to return humans to the lunar surface for the first time in over 50 years. These unique LEGO sets will not only capture the imagination of children and adults alike but also help raise awareness and excitement for future space exploration endeavors.For an astronomical experience, visit our website at astronomydaily.io for the latest news, sign up for our free newsletter, and check out exclusive sponsor deals. Connect with us on YouTube, TikTok, X, and Facebook via @AstroDailyPod for engaging discussions with fellow space aficionados. This is Anna, reminding you to keep your gaze fixed on the heavens. Until our next stellar episode, let the cosmos ignite your curiosity and wonder. 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When a star explodes, it's not finished having an impact on its surroundings. For the next thousand years or so, we can still see it as a supernova remnant, when the explosion has expanded to large enough scales that we can actually resolve an image of the explosion with modern telescopes like JWST, and it's even possible to do a forensic analysis to learn more about the cause of death. We will be talking about supernova remnants with Dr. Soham Mandal, who just recently earned his PhD from Purdue University.

Supernovae are the most powerful explosions in the universe, unleashing enough energy to outshine galaxies. We have no real metaphor for their power – if the sun were to magically go supernova it would feel like you were being hit by the energy of a nuclear explosion, every second. For weeks. While supernovae are the engines of creation, forging the elements that enable life, they also burn sterile whole regions of galaxies. So what would happen if one hit earth? Sources & further reading: https://sites.google.com/view/sources-supernovadeath Follow the show to join us in this audio experience of Kurzgesagt - In a Nutshell. A fan-made show out of admiration for the works of Kurzgesagt - In a Nutshell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Space Nuts Q&A, Andrew and Fred answer questions about supernovae, 3D printed telescopes, the Voyager space probe missions, and the possibility of using particle collision in space. They discuss how supernovae explosions do not blow away the gravitational field and how neutron stars develop as a result. They also provide insights into 3D printed telescopes and suggest that beginners may find it easier to start with an off-the-shelf telescope. They talk about the trajectory and potential fate of the Voyager spacecraft and discuss the challenges of building particle colliders in space. Overall, they provide informative and engaging answers to the audience's questions. Takeaways   Supernovae explosions do not blow away the gravitational field because gravity is associated with mass. The explosion only affects the outer envelope of the star, while the core collapses to become a neutron star. 3D printed telescopes can be a good option for beginners, but it may be easier to start with an off-the-shelf telescope. 3D printed telescopes require more components and may involve more fiddling around. The Voyager spacecraft will continue on their current trajectories and are not expected to pass near any star systems within human lifetimes. However, if they were near enough to Earth, they could be detectable by extraterrestrial intelligence. Building particle colliders in space is challenging due to the need for precise guidance and the high velocities of the particles. It may be more cost-effective and realistic to continue building particle colliders on Earth. The fate of the Voyager spacecraft is uncertain, but they could potentially be captured into orbit around another star or collide with other objects. They will likely outlast our species and continue on their trajectories away from the solar system. Chapters   00:00 Volcanic Features and Pyroclastic Deposits 00:28 Q&A: Supernovas and Neutron Stars 07:03 Q&A: 3D Printable Telescopes 11:07 Q&A: Voyager Space Probe Missions 15:12 Q&A: Particle Collisions and Voyager's FateBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/space-nuts--2631155/support.

Embark on a cosmic odyssey with Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson as they unravel the mysteries of the universe's expansion and unearth a colossal Martian secret in this episode of Space Nuts. Dive into the perplexing debate over the universe's expansion rate, as new findings from the James Webb Space Telescope reignite the Hubble tension. With precision cosmology at our fingertips, discover why the universe's growth spurs more questions than answers, leaving us to ponder the potential for undiscovered physics that could reshape our cosmic understanding.Then, join the expedition to Mars where a hidden giant lay dormant until now. The discovery of a monstrous volcano, nestled in the labyrinthine Noctis Labyrinthus, has scientists buzzing with excitement. Towering over 9,000 meters with a footprint spanning 450 kilometers, this Martian marvel could hold vital clues to the planet's fiery past and icy secrets beneath its surface. As explorers eye this volcanic behemoth as a future landing site, the prospects of unlocking Mars' ancient mysteries have never been more alluring.From the enigmatic expansion of the cosmos to the volcanic vistas of Mars, this episode is a treasure trove for space enthusiasts and cosmic detectives. Tune in and let your imagination soar to new interstellar heights with Space Nuts. Remember to subscribe and follow us for more celestial tales and astronomical adventures. Until our next galactic gathering, keep your eyes to the skies and your heart in the stars.

NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has found the best evidence yet for emission from a neutron star at the site of a recently observed supernova. The supernova, known as SN 1987A, was a core-collapse supernova, meaning the compacted remains at its core formed either a neutron star or a black hole. Evidence for such a compact object has long been sought, and while indirect evidence for the presence of a neutron star has previously been found, this is the first time that the effects of high-energy emission from the probable young neutron star have been detected.Supernovae – the explosive final death throes of some massive stars – blast out within hours, and the brightness of the explosion peaks within a few months. The remains of the exploding star will continue to evolve at a rapid rate over the following decades, offering a rare opportunity for astronomers to study a key astronomical process in real time.Supernova 1987AThe supernova SN 1987A occurred 160,000 light-years from Earth in the Large Magellanic Cloud. It was first observed on Earth in February 1987, and its brightness peaked in May of that year. It was the first supernova that could be seen with the naked eye since Kepler's Supernova was observed in 1604.About two hours prior to the first visible-light observation of SN 1987A, three observatories around the world detected a burst of neutrinos lasting only a few seconds. The two different types of observations were linked to the same supernova event, and provided important evidence to inform the theory of how core-collapse supernovae take place. This theory included the expectation that this type of supernova would form a neutron star or a black hole. Astronomers have searched for evidence for one or the other of these compact objects at the center of the expanding remnant material ever since.Indirect evidence for the presence of a neutron star at the center of the remnant has been found in the past few years, and observations of much older supernova remnants –such as the Crab Nebula – confirm that neutron stars are found in many supernova remnants. However, no direct evidence of a neutron star in the aftermath of SN 1987A (or any other such recent supernova explosion) had been observed, until now.The James Webb Space Telescope has observed the best evidence yet for emission from a neutron star at the site of a well-known and recently-observed supernova known as SN 1987A. At left is a NIRCam (Near-Infrared Camera) image released in 2023. The image at top right shows light from singly ionized argon (Argon II) captured by the Medium Resolution Spectrograph (MRS) mode of MIRI (Mid-Infrared Instrument). The image at bottom right shows light from multiply ionized argon captured by the NIRSpec (Near-Infrared Spectrograph). Both instruments show a strong signal from the center of the supernova remnant. This indicated to the science team that there is a source of high-energy radiation there, most likely a neutron star.NASA, ESA, CSA, STScI, C. Fransson (Stockholm University), M. Matsuura (Cardiff University), M. J. Barlow (University College London), P. J. Kavanagh (Maynooth University), J. Larsson (KTH Royal Institute of Technology)Claes Fransson of Stockholm University, and the lead author on this study, explained: “From theoretical models of SN 1987A, the 10-second burst of neutrinos observed just before the supernova implied that a neutron star or black hole was formed in the explosion. But we have not observed any compelling signature of such a newborn object from any supernova explosion. With this observatory, we have now found direct evidence for emission triggered by the newborn compact object, most likely a neutron star.”Webb's Observations of SN 1987AWebb began science observations in July 2022, and the Webb observations behind this work were taken on July 16, making the SN 1987A remnant one of the first objects observed by Webb. The team used the Medium Resolution Spectrograph (MRS) mode of Webb's MIRI (Mid-Infrared Instrument), which members of the same team helped to develop. The MRS is a type of instrument known as an Integral Field Unit (IFU).IFUs are able to image an object and take a spectrum of it at the same time. An IFU forms a spectrum at each pixel, allowing observers to see spectroscopic differences across the object. Analysis of the Doppler shift of each spectrum also permits the evaluation of the velocity at each position.Spectral analysis of the results showed a strong signal due to ionized argon from the center of the ejected material that surrounds the original site of SN 1987A. Subsequent observations using Webb's NIRSpec (Near-Infrared Spectrograph) IFU at shorter wavelengths found even more heavily ionized chemical elements, particularly five times ionized argon (meaning argon atoms that have lost five of their 18 electrons). Such ions require highly energetic photons to form, and those photons have to come from somewhere.“To create these ions that we observed in the ejecta, it was clear that there had to be a source of high-energy radiation in the center of the SN 1987A remnant,” Fransson said. “In the paper we discuss different possibilities, finding that only a few scenarios are likely, and all of these involve a newly born neutron star.”More observations are planned this year, with Webb and ground-based telescopes. The research team hopes ongoing study will provide more clarity about exactly what is happening in the heart of the SN 1987A remnant. These observations will hopefully stimulate the development of more detailed models, ultimately enabling astronomers to better understand not just SN 1987A, but all core-collapse supernovae.These findings were published in the journal Science.The James Webb Space Telescope is the world's premier space science observatory. Webb is solving mysteries in our solar system, looking beyond to distant worlds around other stars, and probing the mysterious structures and origins of our universe and our place in it. Webb is an international program led by NASA with its partners, ESA (European Space Agency) and the Canadian Space Agency.

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Astronomers have found a direct link between the explosive deaths of massive stars and the formation of the most compact and enigmatic objects in the Universe — black holes and neutron stars. This video summarises the discovery.

Astronomers have found a direct link between the explosive deaths of massive stars and the formation of the most compact and enigmatic objects in the Universe — black holes and neutron stars. This video summarises the discovery.

Join Hugh Ross and Jeff Zweerink as they discuss new discoveries taking place at the frontiers of science that have theological and philosophical implications, including the reality of God's existence.   Too Many Early Galaxies The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has revealed about ten times as many galaxies within the cosmos's first 420 million years as what some big bang creation models predict. Astronomers are searching for an explanation for this overabundance of early galaxies. Possible scenarios include a high number of supernova events during the universe's first 420 million years. Different big bang models predict different average star masses and different star formation rates during the universe's first half billion years. It will take at least another year of JWST observations to determine which of these big bang creation models correctly describes very early and later epochs of cosmic history.       Resources: Pointlike Sources among z > 11 Galaxy Candidates: Contaminants Due to Supernovae at High Redshifts?   AI Easily Fooled Powerful large language models (like ChatGPT) have demonstrated remarkable abilities to provide solutions to problems that require complex reasoning. Yet researchers want to discern the level of understanding by the AIs (artificial intelligence), just as a teacher wants to know how well a student comprehends a correct answer they provided. A recent study shows that despite generating good answers, AIs have very little understanding of the issues involved. Specifically, when confronted with challenges that involved absurdly wrong facts (like 8 x 7 = 14), the AIs will disavow the previous answer and apologize for being mistaken. This research demonstrates that, while AIs accomplish impressive tasks, they do not demonstrate some essential features of “intelligence.”   Resources: Can ChatGPT Defend Its Belief in Truth? Evaluating LLM Reasoning via Debate

How can we know that a star is about to go supernova? Can we create a pet black hole in our Solar System? What if all our star data is just wrong? How common are red dwarf binaries? Answering all these questions and more in this week's Q&A.

How can we know that a star is about to go supernova? Can we create a pet black hole in our Solar System? What if all our star data is just wrong? How common are red dwarf binaries? Answering all these questions and more in this week's Q&A.

A mind-bending JWST image of the Orion Nebula, filled with rogue planets. Seeing the cosmic web. An explanation for a massive star that just disappeared.

A mind-bending JWST image of the Orion Nebula, filled with rogue planets. Seeing the cosmic web. An explanation for a massive star that just disappeared.

Moiya and Corinne talk about the explosions that make stars go bump in the night: supernovae! They trace the line from historical observations to future planned missions, and they each plan their "last hurrah" party. Housekeeping Send your questions for our AMA episode to palebluepodcast[at]gmail[dot]com Become a star and support us on patreon at patreon.com/palebluepod! Join an awesome community and get fun perks at Multicrew.club Correction SN 1006's peaks happened only a few months apart, but the second nova lasted 18 months Find Us Online Website: palebluepod.com Patreon: patreon.com/palebluepod Twitter: twitter.com/PaleBluePod Instagram: instagram.com/palebluepod Credits Host Dr. Moiya McTier. Twitter: @GoAstroMo, Website: moiyamctier.com Host Corinne Caputo. Twitter: @corintellectual, Website: corinnecaputo.com Editor Mischa Stanton. Twitter: @mischaetc, Website: mischastanton.com Cover artist Shae McMullin. Twitter: @thereshaegoes, Website: shaemcmullin.com Theme musician Evan Johnston. Website: evanjohnstonmusic.com About Us Pale Blue Pod is an astronomy podcast for people who are overwhelmed by the universe but want to be its friend. Astrophysicist Dr. Moiya McTier and comedian Corinne Caputo demystify space one topic at a time with open eyes, open arms, and open mouths (from so much laughing and jaw-dropping). By the end of each episode, the cosmos will feel a little less “ahhh too scary” and a lot more “ohhh, so cool!” New episodes every Monday. Pale Blue Pod is a member of the Multitude Collective.

This episode of Space Nuts is brought to you with the support of NordVPN. To find out more about the special deals Andrew talks about, please visit www.nordvpn.com/spacenuts to help support the show and do yourself a favour. Win/win.Does this sound familiar? You've spent countless nights gazing up at the stars, filled with wonder and curiosity about the mysteries of the universe. But despite all the time and effort you've put into researching, you still feel like you're missing something. You've been told to simply read books and watch documentaries, hoping to gain a deeper understanding, but it's left you feeling unsatisfied and longing for more. The pain of not getting the answers you seek is like a void in your knowledge, begging to be filled. In this episode, you will be able to: · Dive deep into the intriguing world of space science and astronomy, while unraveling the mysteries of the universe. · Absorb knowledge about the spectacular phenomena of supernovae and their implications on the cosmos. · Bask in the magnificent effects of black holes on celestial bodies. · Join in the exhilarating race of Mars exploration and the search for the elusive evidence of past life. · Venture into the enigmatic realm of dark matter and dark energy. · Embark on a journey through the groundbreaking research that's shaping the future of astrophysics. Supernovae are not things to be messed with, because they are so energetic, so much happening, and the radiation that they emit across the electromagnetic spectrum and in the particle domain as well, is pretty overwhelming. - Andrew Dunkley Dive into space science In this episode, we deep-dive into the vast universe of space science, tackling several intriguing questions from our listeners. Within these conversations, we shed light on phenomena such as supernovae and the potential effects they might have if they occur close to Earth. By exploring these celestial occurrences, we aim to foster a deeper understanding and appreciation for the mystifying universe we belong to.#space #astronomy #science #news #podcast #spacenuts

Which astronomical events can only be seen with gravitational waves? Is there enough water on the Moon for a permanent colony? Can we use stars other than the Sun as gravitational lenses? Does the present even exist or are we always living in the past? All this and more in this week's Q&A session.

Which astronomical events can only be seen with gravitational waves? Is there enough water on the Moon for a permanent colony? Can we use stars other than the Sun as gravitational lenses? Does the present even exist or are we always living in the past? All this and more in this week's Q&A session.

There's a bright supernova in a nearby galaxy, and a very distant supernova made brighter by the beauty of gravitational lensing. In another galaxy, a gargantuan black hole is revealed to be orbited by another supermassive black hole, resulting in a gamma ray flares as it rips through the main black hole's accretion disk. Closer to home, we learn about new asteroid missions and a rapidly warming planet (hint: it's ours). Plus: Harrison Ford and Leonard Nimoy trivia!

For many scientists, science isn't something they check in and out of — it permeates their whole lives. That's true for Sarafina El-Badry Nance, an astrophysicist and science communicator. In her new memoir, Starstruck: A Memoir of Astrophysics and Finding Light in the Dark, Sarafina brings the stars down to Earth, rooting her personal journey in the lessons of the stars. This episode, Regina and Sarafina chat supernovae, cancer and what supernovae reveal to us about life.

What is thermonuclear fusion? Neil deGrasse Tyson and comedian Chuck Nice break down the Department of Energy's breakthrough, thermonuclear fusion at the center of stars, supernovae, and how stars are born.NOTE: StarTalk+ Patrons can listen to this entire episode commercial-free here:https://startalkmedia.com/show/things-you-thought-you-knew-fun-with-fusion/Thanks to our Patrons Manny Baez, Carlo Falcigno, jason walsh, Nuno Nebel, and Michael Hart for supporting us this week.Photo Credit: NASA/ESA/ESO/Wolfram Freudling et al. (STECF)

Face it, supernovae are the most interesting phenomena in the universe. Black holes are cool, but did you know they sprout from a supernova? What could be cooler than a star exploding so powerfully, the flash it creates shines for months after? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.