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NRAO Supports International Symposium for the Future of Science in the Caribbean
NRAO Supports International Symposium for the Future of Science in the Caribbean
April 29, 2024 at 8:14 am | Announcement

The National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) participated in an international symposium to bring together scientists from around the world to the Caribbean, to explore the future of science and technology in the region, the abilities of its resident scientists, and those in diaspora.

Orion’s Erupting Star System Reveals Its Secrets
Orion’s Erupting Star System Reveals Its Secrets
April 29, 2024 at 8:00 am | News Release

An unusual group of stars in the Orion constellation have revealed their secrets. FU Orionis, a double star system, first caught astronomers’ attention in 1936 when the central star suddenly became 1,000 times brighter than usual. This behavior, expected from dying stars, had never been seen in a young star like FU Orionis. The strange phenomenon inspired a new classification of stars sharing the same name (FUor stars). FUor stars flare suddenly, erupting in brightness, before dimming again many years later. It is now understood that this brightening is due to the stars taking in energy from their surroundings via gravitational accretion, the main force that shapes stars and planets. However, how and why this happens remained a mystery—until now, thanks to astronomers using the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA).

Protecting ALMA’s Skies
Protecting ALMA’s Skies
April 19, 2024 at 11:19 am | News Feature

The Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA), renowned for observing the cosmos’s darkest and most distant corners, has taken a…

ALMA Reveals Jupiter’s Moon Io has been Volcanically Active for Billions of Years
ALMA Reveals Jupiter’s Moon Io has been Volcanically Active for Billions of Years
April 19, 2024 at 11:11 am | News Feature

Jupiter’s moon Io is the most volcanically active place in the solar system. During its 1.8-day orbit, this moon…

The Very Large Array to Host Spring Open House Event on April 20, 2024
The Very Large Array to Host Spring Open House Event on April 20, 2024
April 11, 2024 at 12:15 pm | News Release

The VLA Spring Open House promises a day filled with enriching experiences, including guided tours, captivating talks, educational activities, and a variety of local food options.

Associated Universities, Inc. and the National Radio Astronomy Observatory celebrate success of Chilean students in pursuit of STEM careers
Associated Universities, Inc. and the National Radio Astronomy Observatory celebrate success of Chilean students in pursuit of STEM careers
April 4, 2024 at 10:43 am | Announcement

The U.S. National Science Foundation National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NSF NRAO) and Associated Universities, Inc. (AUI) are proud to celebrate the remarkable achievements of two local students, Iris and Camila, as they embark on their journeys into STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) careers.

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