Astrophysics
Eureka! We thought we knew how the Universe works, but these radical ideas changed everything
Astrophysicist Ersilia Vaudo explores five key moments in astronomy and space science that forever changed what we know about the cosmos
Stephen Hawking dies aged 76
The visionary physicist Stephen Hawking made several breakthroughs around black holes and the origins of our Universe, but is just as well known for his work bringing his discoveries to the attention of the masses.
Colliding stars eject radioactive molecules
A collision between two stars has led to the first ever direct detection of a radioactive molecule in interstellar space
Universe measurement suggests 'missing' physics
A new study looking at the rate of expansion of the Universe suggests we may be missing a vital piece in our understanding of physics.
How Patrick Moore inspired me to get into science
Sky at Night Magazine Editor Chris Bramley spoke to Professor Tom McLeish, Pro-Vice-Chancellor of Durham University, about how Patrick Moore inspired him to build a successful career as a scientist and lecturer.