Scientists call the region of space influenced by the Sun the heliosphere – but without an interstellar probe, they don’t know much about its shape

An interstellar probe could help scientists answer fundamental questions about how the Sun influences Earth, space and other planets in the solar system.

Sarah A. Spitzer, Research Fellow in Climate and Space Sciences and Engineering, University of Michigan • conversation
June 7, 2024 ~9 min

The Sun is reaching the peak of its activity – here’s how that could cause more auroras and solar storms

Here’s what’s going on to cause more widespread northern and southern lights.

Ian Whittaker, Senior Lecturer in Physics, Nottingham Trent University • conversation
June 6, 2024 ~7 min


The UK’s power grid needs upgrading to reach net zero – our new study shows where

Electricity networks in cities need the biggest overhaul – but the public can help.

Sheridan Few, Lecturer in Urban Energy Systems, University of Leeds • conversation
May 29, 2024 ~6 min

The origin of the sun’s magnetic field could lie close to its surface

Sunspots and flares could be a product of a shallow magnetic field, according to surprising new findings that may help scientists predict space weather.

Jennifer Chu | MIT News • mit
May 22, 2024 ~8 min

Severe Solar Storm Hits Earth, Causing Colorful Light Shows

VOA Learning English • voa
May 19, 2024 ~6 min

Solar storms that caused pretty auroras can create havoc with technology — here’s how

Solar storms can play havoc with electrical grids, satellites and railway lines.

Jim Wild, Professor of Space Physics, Lancaster University • conversation
May 14, 2024 ~7 min

New method makes more efficient solar cells at room temp

A new innovation not only simplifies the production process for solar cells but also increased efficiency, researchers report.

Harrison Tasoff-UC Santa Barbara • futurity
May 7, 2024 ~5 min

Venus is losing water faster than previously thought – here’s what that could mean for the early planet’s habitability

Studying Venus’ water loss can help scientists better understand how planets go from potentially habitable to incapable of supporting life.

Eryn Cangi, Research Scientist in Astrophysical & Planetary Sciences, University of Colorado Boulder • conversation
May 6, 2024 ~8 min


A simple ‘twist’ improves the engine of clean fuel generation

Researchers have found a way to super-charge the ‘engine’ of sustainable fuel generation – by giving the materials a little twist.

Cambridge University News • cambridge
April 24, 2024 ~6 min

Eclipses aren’t just visual spectacles, they are at the heart of scientific efforts to understand distant planets

A type of eclipse is crucial for measuring what’s in the atmospheres of planets orbiting distant stars.

Oisin Creaner, Assistant Professor of Physical Sciences, Dublin City University • conversation
April 8, 2024 ~6 min

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