Where in the Galaxy Is PSR J0837-2454?
Astrobites reports on one pulsar that appears to lie unexpectedly far away from the galactic plane.
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Catching Gamma Rays with a LHAASO
What are PeVatrons and how do we find them? Astrobites reports on results from an observatory that’s recently joined the hunt.
Red Giants and Neutron Stars and Gravitational Waves, Oh My!
Astrobites reports on unusual hybrid objects: red giants that hide neutron stars in their interiors.
Featured Image: The Challenges of Modeling an Asteroid
Shape models help us to interpret the stunning observations from a spacecraft’s recent visit to asteroid Bennu.
Addressing a Gap in Our Knowledge of Black Holes
Models suggest that black holes of a certain mass can’t be produced by supernovae. Gravitational-wave signals from black hole mergers can allow us to test this prediction of “missing” black holes.
Cold Horseshoes in Fast Outflows
Scientists have explored how delicate filaments of cold gas form and survive within the hot, fast-moving surroundings of an active galaxy.