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Nuclear Solutions for Asteroid Defense: A Study's Insights

A recent study suggests that nuclear explosives may be the only viable option for deflecting large asteroids with short warning times, as kinetic methods reach their limits.

Olena Bilyk·3 min read·8/11/2026

Innovative Method Helps Track Meteorite Using Sound Waves

A team from Sandia National Laboratories has tracked a meteorite's trajectory using sound waves and ground vibrations, marking a significant advancement in meteorite research. This innovative method could enhance future investigations.

Ryan Kessler·3 min read·8/4/2026

Understanding the Hopping Gait on the Moon: A Neurological Adaptation

A new study suggests that the hopping gait on the Moon is a neurological adaptation, ensuring stability in low gravity. This research raises medical concerns for future long-term space missions.

Ryan Kessler·4 min read·7/22/2026

This Planet Should Have Burned Up Long Ago – Researchers Now Have an Explanation

This planet shouldn't exist. WD 1856 b orbits closely around a white dwarf, despite having to burn up during its star's red giant phase. Since its discovery in 2020, WD 1856 b has puzzled scientists.

Olena Bilyk·3 min read·7/4/2026

Elliptical Orbit: Why a Gas Giant Regularly Heats Up to 600 Degrees

A distant celestial body races through space in an unusual orbit, coming extremely close to its star. What happens during this maneuver reveals deep insights into atmospheric processes. The exoplanet HD 80606 b undergoes an unusual phase every 111 days that radically changes its climate.

Ryan Kessler·3 min read·6/18/2026