Ezzy Pearson
Science journalist
Ezzy Pearson is the Features Editor of BBC Sky at Night Magazine. Her first book about the history of robotic planetary landers is out now from The History Press.
Recent articles by Ezzy Pearson
Stargazing in Wales
Wales has the highest proportion of protected dark skies in the world, and some of the best places for stargazing.
The Universe may end in a 'big crunch' after all. Discovery sheds light on energy determining the fate of the cosmos
New data suggests that dark energy’s pulling power is changing,
5 hypothetical stars we've yet to discover
There could be dozens of strange stellar objects still left to discover. Here are some of the strangest hypothetical stars thought to exist.
Astronomy explained | What are stars?
What is a star? How does a star form and die? Find out in our guide packed with facts about stars and answers to some of the most commonly-asked questions.
Here's to see the aurora from the UK
Everything you need to know about seeing the aurora in the UK from northern lights hotspots such as Scotland, Northern Ireland and northern England.
Hubble | 11 images that revolutionised our view of the cosmos
A look at some of the galaxies, black holes and light-warping gravity observed by Hubble since its launch.
This is one of the hottest nova stars ever seen. And it won't stop exploding
Astronomer reveals how we're looking for alien life on distant planets
How the Sun's powerful outbursts affect life on Earth
When the Sun is highly active, it releases high-energy particles that can knock out electrical systems on satellites.
Solar storms could cause train delays
Solar flares and coronal mass ejections are possible culprits for train signalling glitches.
NASA's EZIE mission
How to find alien life on Mars? Get it to come to you! Scientists find way of searching for life by making Mars microbes move
“This movement, known as chemotaxis, could be a strong indicator of life and could guide space missions looking for living organisms on Mars or other planets,” says Max Riekeles of the Technical University of Berlin.
Mars meteors hit deeper than expected. AI and NASA robot find marsquake over 1,000 miles from where it should be
This discovery reshapes our understanding of Mars’ interior and seismic activity.
This image shows a single part of the complex structure that underpins the whole Universe
"By capturing the faint light emitted by this filament, which travelled for just under 12 billion years to reach Earth, we were able to precisely characterise its shape," explains Davide Tornotti.
Could Betelgeuse supernova cause extinction on Earth? Two ancient star explosions may have done just that
L-serine could make microbes move on Mars, helping detect life
Image showing a filament of gas connecting galaxies together
Mars Cerberus Fossae impacts and marsquakes
Today could be the day the Blaze Star ignites, and it could become as bright as the North Star
Things commonly mistaken for UFOs
Think you've seen a UFO in the sky? Consider the following possibilities...
The best, safest ways to view a solar eclipse, from low-cost, simple options to expert astronomer techniques
What are the best and safest ways to view an eclipse?