A new golden age of lunar exploration is in full swing, and the Moon is no longer the province of global superpowers alone.

With a sun more than 4.5 billion years old, our solar system is considered "middle-aged," and the pictures of what it might ...

NASA has pushed the boundaries of astronomy once again with the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST)—the most advanced telescope ...

Let’s get this out of the way—any scientist studying Uranus will tell you that they’re tired of the planet being the butt of ...

Historical data shows that auroras occur more often during the spring and autumn equinox.

Once a year, Denison’s physics department invites local elementary school students to look at the stars and the universe around them. On Feb. 20, the Olin Science Hall was buzzing with excitement as ...

On balconies and in backyards, Wi-Fi–enabled telescopes are connecting astronomy enthusiasts across six continents.

The first telescopes refracted light, and today reflectors dominate, but there is a third way to make light focus, and it ...

Discover the latest books, telescopes, accessories, and other astronomy products you'll feel lucky to find, available this ...

March is a great month for skywatchers. In addition to the full moon, a total lunar eclipse will cast the moon in a coppery reddish glow for hours.

“Before the first stars exploded, there was no water in the Universe because there was no oxygen,” said Daniel Whalen, a ...

In recognition of this year’s campuswide Women’s History Month theme, “Empowerment Echoes: Celebrating Women Who Advocate and ...