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A superpowered model of the whole universe

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A superpowered model of the whole universe Published: The mysterious substance of dark matter and the enigmatic force of dark energy may hold the key to how the Universe formed. Scientists have long pondered over unseen but important sources of gravity and energy that have shaped the development of the Universe.

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Monthly Newsletter – April 2023

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April is Global Astronomy Month , a time to gaze up into the sky, find constellations, and learn more about the ever-expanding universe! Bonus Blog: Last year Dr. Jake wrote “ Astronomy Tips for Star Gazers ” celebrating Astronomy Day! Big Astronomy educator guide and additional activities and resources.

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A star is born – using next generation telescopes to explore star formation

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The PAF technology is brand-new in radio astronomy and provides a significant upgrade on traditional radio telescopes, which have only a few receivers, at most. Explore careers in Astrophysics • The American Astronomy Society and the British Royal Astronomical Society both have careers pages with lots of useful information.

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Fall STEM Activities

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Educational Benefit: This experiment helps students understand the Earth’s rotation, the changing angle of sunlight during the day, and the basics of astronomy. This is a great option for middle school students looking to incorporate fall STEM lessons into their at-home learning.

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What can stars reveal about galaxies and what can cultures reveal about stars?

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This reaction releases huge amounts of energy, which is why stars radiate so much heat and light. This energy also stops stars from collapsing in on themselves under the pressure of gravity. Imagine you want to take a photo of your school. Would this be practical if your school was as big as the Milky Way?

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To boldly know what no one has known before

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STARS – massive self-luminous celestial bodies of gas that shine by radiation derived from their internal energy sources. Department of Physics and Astronomy. Astronomy and Astrophysics. ABOUT ASTRONOMY. Astronomy is something that surely interests all of us to some degree and is a field that is ready for new discoveries.

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How do bacteria help and harm crops?

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Soybean is a high-energy, high-protein crop that is indispensable as animal feed. Pathway from school to plant pathology • As well as studying biology and chemistry at school, try to get practical experience of working with plants. In my free time, I like reading and watching videos about physics, astronomy and philosophy.