Astronomers have known for some time that nearby supernovae have had a profound effect on Earth’s evolution. For starters, ...

New evidence suggests that conditions in the early universe may have shaped star formation in surprising ways.

Telescope readings in two near-infrared bands reveal cosmic bursts that vary in brightness and duration. ...

Have you ever wondered how astronomers manage to map out the Milky Way when it’s so incredibly vast? One of the most powerful tools is something called 21cm radiation. Hydrogen, the most abundant ...