Disk Detective, a citizen science project dedicated identifying planet-forming disks around young stars, reports their latest results. The post Citizen Scientists Detect Dusty Disks appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
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Piano Concerto on the Planets Premieres
A piano concerto based on the solar system’s planets just had its world premiere. And you can hear a sampling of the music right here! The post Piano Concerto on the Planets Premieres appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
Read MoreS&T Authors Win Science Journalism Awards
Two Sky & Telescope authors have won prestigious awards recognizing excellence in science journalism. The post S&T Authors Win Science Journalism Awards appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
Read MoreWartime Skygazing: An Amateur Astronomer in Ukraine
Plakha Alexander — amateur astronomer, owner of Astro-Gadget.net, and Ukrainian — shares his experiences since Russia’s invasion began. The post Wartime Skygazing: An Amateur Astronomer in Ukraine appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
Read MoreCelebrate Dark Skies This Week, April 22–30
Are you interested in combating light pollution? International Dark Sky Week, which starts today, offers events in which you can learn how. The post Celebrate Dark Skies This Week, April 22–30 appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
Read MoreTotal Solar Eclipse: Reports from Antarctica
Sky & Telescope and friends report on the total solar eclipse that occurred over Antarctica earlier this week. The post Total Solar Eclipse: Reports from Antarctica appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
Read MoreUnder One Sky: Let’s Address Light Pollution Together
Concerned about light pollution? Join a virtual conference this weekend that looks at ongoing global efforts to mitigate it. The post Under One Sky: Let's Address Light Pollution Together appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
Read MoreInternational Observe the Moon Night 2021
Join fellow lunar enthusiasts all over the world in celebrating the Moon this weekend. The post International Observe the Moon Night 2021 appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
Read MoreCelebrate Fall Astronomy Day This Weekend
Saturday, October 9, 2021, is this fall’s Astronomy Day! The post Celebrate Fall Astronomy Day This Weekend appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
Read MoreRemembering Carolyn Shoemaker (1929–2021)
Shoemaker discovered more than 800 asteroids and 32 comets, including one of the most famous comets of the 20th century. The post Remembering Carolyn Shoemaker (1929–2021) appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
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