This is a course in basic astronomy, which will provide an overview of our current understanding of the universe around us. Topics will include the origin of the universe, galaxies, stars, planets, ...

When kids are asked for their favorite topics in science, astronomy (along with dinosaurs) is always high on the list. As a "gateway" to science education, astronomy is essential to the curriculum in ...

It’s not just observing star clusters or planets that creates delight. Celestial knowledge can be just as exciting, especially when it comes with weighty implications. This month, let’s consider 10 ...

A new survey has revealed many Brits are clueless about the solar system with four in ten unable to identify the biggest ...

Sometimes people accidentally make good points while believing they are making the opposite point. Right before the eclipse, liberal activist David Pepper asked an easy-to-answer question whose answer ...

Graduate students in RIT’s astrophysical sciences and technology program will distill the mysteries of the universe for visitors to the Imagine RIT: Innovation and Creativity Festival on May 7. Their ...

We're just four days into 2017 and the new year has already given us a glimpse at a spectacular meteor shower. The Quadrantid meteor shower peaked on the night of Jan. 3 to Jan. 4 due to the debris ...

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. After guiding us across the universe, astrophysicist and Space.com columnist Paul Sutter closes ...