The search beyond our own galaxy never fails to keep uncovering new and exciting things about our mysterious universe. One of the most recent potential discoveries is a planet in the Messier 51 (M51) or Whirlpool galaxy. What makes this planet, named M51-ULS-1b, so special is the … [Read more...] about We are not alone: First possible star-revolving planet found outside our galaxy
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NASA project uses satellites to identify greenhouse gas super-emitters
Greenhouse gas super-emitters are exactly what they sound like: Individual sources like landfills, dairy farms, or leaking pipelines generating enormous amounts of planet-warming emissions, namely methane and carbon dioxide. In the fight against climate change, these big players … [Read more...] about NASA project uses satellites to identify greenhouse gas super-emitters
A 17-year old discovered a new planet on third day of internship at NASA
Other than getting coffee, the only real expectation organizations have for their interns is that they try to learn from their more experienced peers. Because of that, you could imagine how stunned NASA was when their 17-year old intern discovered a new planet on only his third … [Read more...] about A 17-year old discovered a new planet on third day of internship at NASA
Jim Channon: Mobilizing the military to clean up the earth
Actor Jeff Bridges nominates Jim Channon, who wants to mobilize the military to plant trees, clean up freshwater reserves and restore reefs. Susanne Sims | Jan/Feb 2010 issue It’s a cold winter day in Kansas, with the windchill driving temperatures well below zero. Why would … [Read more...] about Jim Channon: Mobilizing the military to clean up the earth