Dark Energy

Dark energy is the culprit for the universe’s accelerating expansion; however, not much is known about it.

Drake Equation

The Drake Equation is thought to calculate an approximate number of intelligent civilizations beyond Earth if we could determine each variable.

Hoag’s Object: A Galaxy in Two Parts

Hoag’s Object is an interesting galaxy. It is split into two parts, an inner, circular core and an outer ring separated by a large distance.

The Great Attractor: A Quick Explanation

The Featured Image is a of map detailing the region in question and the density of galaxies in the area and how gravity pulls galaxies and groups of galaxies towards larger masses. There is a large mass in our area of the universe. This mass is slowly pulling everything around it, including us, towards it.

Tabby’s Star

Tabby’s Star fluctuates in brightness with no recognizable pattern. The mysterious cause behind it led to theories about an advanced alien civilization. Now, astronomers attribute it to dust from an exomoon that’s in the process of being pulled apart by the star.

Wow!: The Signal Never to be Seen Again

The Wow! Signal was observed at the Big Ear in Ohio during its participation in the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence. At the time, it spark debate over the possibility of alien life, however astronomers find this unlikely despite having never determined an exact cause for the signal.