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Aug 21, 2024 · Astronomers using an array of six ground-based telescopes have obtained best new data of Polaris, the North Star, including the first rough image of its surface, and discovered sunspots on its surface. You can read the paper here [pdf].
Aug 21, 2024 · Polaris, known as the North Star, sits at the center of this image, which captures the movement of stars around the north celestial pole over several hours. Credit: NASA/Preston Dyches. The...
Aug 27, 2024 · The North Star has guided travellers in the Northern Hemisphere for so long now, it’s become part of our lexicon — a metaphor for reliability. And now scientists say they have made a huge breakthrough in their understanding of this dependable star, also known as Polaris.
Aug 21, 2024 · As one cohesive hive, the domed structures collect cosmic light to guide modern astronomers exploring space — and it is thanks to this hive that we now have a brilliant new perspective on the light...
Aug 20, 2024 · — For centuries, the North Star, Polaris, has guided travelers and captured the imagination of stargazers. Now, a new study reveals new insights about this celestial beacon and its elusive companion star.
Aug 21, 2024 · Some 430 light-years from Earth lies our stalwart cosmic beacon, the North Star. Except this star is actually volatile. It's pulsating as it constantly grows and shrinks. And a new...
Aug 20, 2024 · FULL STORY. Researchers using Georgia State University's Center for High Angular Resolution Astronomy (CHARA) Array have identified new details about the size and appearance of the North Star,...
