Dark matter could be aggregating around black holes, providing a possible means of indirectly measuring its properties.
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Observations shed light on neutron star paradox
Astronomers have observed neutron stars that emit more energy than is theoretically possible, and now an explanation might be in the works.
The surprising influence of shape on twisted graphene
Scientists are exploring the behavior of electrons in helicoidal graphene strips, a unique form of graphene with a twisted shape.
Modified theory of gravity eliminates the need for dark energy
Many physicists are still skeptical that dark energy can fully explain gravity, and are therefore exploring alternative theories.
Galaxy clusters help confirm the Standard Model of Cosmology
Comparing simulated X-ray emissions from galaxy clusters to real observations provides support for the Standard Model of Cosmology.
James Webb Space Telescope observes regions of star formation
The powerful capabilities of the JWST allowed scientists to penetrate dust and gas clouds to capture crucial data on new star formation.
Detecting black hole radiation with future telescopes
Finding the Universe’s first black holes with the help of Hawking radiation.
Chien-Shiung Wu, the authority in beta decay
Chien-Shiung Wu was an expert in nuclear physics, making many significant contributions to not only the field, but our understanding of the Universe.
String theory may offer an alternative to dark energy
A new study evaluates gravity using string theory, a promising candidate for describing particle interactions at their most fundamental level.
Uncovering hidden reserves of natural hydrogen
Recent discoveries have unearthed a bonanza of natural hydrogen in significantly larger quantities than was previously thought possible.
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