Exploding stars send out powerful bursts of energy − I’m leading a citizen scientist project to classify and learn about these bright flashes

Where specialized algorithms fail to classify star-borne pulses, human volunteers with just a little training can step in.

Amy Lien, Assistant Professor of Physics, University of Tampa • conversation
April 16, 2024 ~7 min

What can scientists learn from the eclipse?

"While eclipses are a marvel to behold, they're also a window into the workings of our solar system and beyond..."

Robert C. Jones Jr. - U. Miami • futurity
April 4, 2024 ~9 min


Looking to photograph a solar eclipse with your smartphone? Try these features and think about creative angles

Your phone can’t take a perfectly clear picture of a solar eclipse like a professional camera can, but there are lots of other creative directions you can take to capture the rare moment.

Douglas Goodwin, Visiting Assistant Professor in Media Studies, Scripps College • conversation
April 1, 2024 ~7 min

Exploding stars are rare but emit torrents of radiation − if one happened close enough to Earth, it could threaten life on the planet

Some ancient texts record what were likely dying stars, faintly visible from Earth. If close enough, these events can disturb telescopes and even damage the ozone layer.

Chris Impey, University Distinguished Professor of Astronomy, University of Arizona • conversation
March 29, 2024 ~9 min

The total solar eclipse in North America could help shed light on a persistent puzzle about the Sun

The eclipse will allow scientists to get rare measurements of the Sun’s atmosphere.

Huw Morgan, Reader in Physical Sciences, Aberystwyth University • conversation
March 27, 2024 ~7 min

Watch: What’s the science behind safe solar eclipse glasses?

Your regular sunglasses won't protect your eyes during next month's eclipse. An expert explains the science behind solar eclipse glasses.

Luke Auburn-Rochester • futurity
March 25, 2024 ~6 min

An eclipse for everyone – how visually impaired students can ‘get a feel for’ eclipses

Eclipses are rare, fantastic celestial events. Here’s how educators can help visually impaired students enjoy eclipses alongside their sighted peers.

David Hurd, Professor of Geosciences, Pennsylvania Western University • conversation
March 22, 2024 ~7 min

What to expect during April’s solar eclipse

On April 8, millions of Americans will be watching the last total solar eclipse visible in the US until 2044. Here's what to expect.

Johns Hopkins University • futurity
March 20, 2024 ~6 min


April’s solar eclipse may freak out your pets

A total solar eclipse can confuse wild animals and pets. An expert offers tips on what to expect from animals during April's big event.

Daryl Lovell-Syracuse • futurity
March 19, 2024 ~4 min

Solar eclipses result from a fantastic celestial coincidence of scale and distance

Many people will see a dazzling eclipse this April, but these events are possible only because of the sizes and precise distances between Earth, the Moon and the Sun.

Christopher Palma, Associate Dean for Undergraduate Students and Teaching Professor of Astronomy & Astrophysics, Penn State • conversation
March 12, 2024 ~6 min

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