Black holes, the enigmatic giants of the cosmos, have fascinated and perplexed scientists and stargazers alike for decades. These celestial phenomena possess gravitational forces so intense that not even light can escape them, rendering them invisible to the naked eye. But what exactly is a Continue Reading
In a groundbreaking achievement, Dr. Akshata Krishnamurthy has etched her name in history as the first Indian to operate a Mars rover, marking a significant milestone for both her career and India’s expanding presence in global space exploration. Dreams Taking Flight at MIT Dr. Krishnamurthy’s journey began over 13 years ago when she arrived in […]Continue Reading
Albert Einstein, the iconic physicist renowned for his groundbreaking theories of relativity, left an indelible mark on the scientific world. Yet, the intrigue surrounding his legacy extends beyond his theories to the fate of his brain after his death in 1955. The Immediate Post-Mortem Decisions Upon Einstein’s demise, Dr. Thomas Stoltz Harvey, the pathologist who Continue Reading
The universe is full of mind-boggling phenomena, and black holes are no exception. Among the many strange and awe-inspiring effects of these cosmic giants is a phenomenon aptly named “spaghettification.” It might sound like science fiction, but it’s a very real consequence of the extreme gravitational forces near a black hole. In this blog, we’ll Continue Reading
As we gaze up at the night sky, we are met with an awe-inspiring expanse of stars, galaxies, and celestial wonders. Yet, lurking within the vastness of space is a mystery that challenges our understanding of the universe – the enigmatic realms of dark matter and dark energy. These two elusive entities, together accounting for […]Continue Reading
The Sun, our mighty celestial neighbor and the source of life on Earth, has enthralled humanity for millennia. Shining brightly in the sky, this awe-inspiring ball of fire holds many secrets, with one of the most intriguing being its scorching hot core. At its heart lies a blazing inferno, where temperatures reach unimaginable heights. Join […]Continue Reading
In the vast expanse of our universe, stars are the celestial wonders that captivate our imagination and shape the cosmos as we know it. Among these cosmic giants, one star stands out as the unrivaled heavyweight – R136a1. With a staggering mass of 300 times that of our Sun, R136a1 takes center stage as the […]Continue Reading