Perpetual Learning
When we think about black holes, we often imagine these enigmatic cosmic vacuum cleaners, devouring everything that comes too close. But as a scientist who spends a lot of time thinking about complex systems, from atmospheric patterns to the intricate workings of our planet, I find myself drawn to the fundamental questions about these objects. … Read more
It’s a question that has puzzled humanity for ages: what happened before the Big Bang? For a long time, this seemed like an unanswerable riddle, confined to the realm of philosophy and speculation. But today, science is getting closer to finding potential answers, and it turns out, computers are playing a starring role. Did you … Read more
Did you know that astronomers have recently detected a fast radio burst (FRB) that originated an astonishingly short time after the Big Bang? This isn’t just about finding a distant signal; it’s like finding an ancient whisper from the universe’s infancy, dating back to when the cosmos was only about 3 billion years old. This … Read more
Have you ever looked up at the night sky and felt a sense of wonder? It’s easy to get lost in the vastness of it all. But what if I told you that most of the universe is actually invisible to us? That’s where dark matter comes in. Scientists estimate that about 85% of the … Read more
When we think about stars, we often picture them as these stable, burning objects in the night sky. But even stars have an end, and sometimes, that end is incredibly strange. Astronomers recently observed something truly peculiar: the death of a star that doesn’t quite fit our current understanding of how celestial bodies meet their … Read more
The universe is vast, and with each passing year, our ability to explore it grows. Today, I want to talk about something truly exciting: the search for life on exoplanets, specifically focusing on a fascinating world called K2-18b. As someone with a background in atmospheric science, I’m always drawn to the complex layers of planets, … Read more
You know, sometimes the most ambitious scientific ideas take a truly staggering amount of time to even begin to realize. Today, August 7th, 2025, I stumbled across a plan that’s both mind-bogglingly long-term and surprisingly down-to-earth in its concept: sending a tiny, laser-powered spacecraft to visit a black hole. This isn’t some far-off sci-fi dream; … Read more
Did you know that the universe wasn’t always filled with the complex atoms and molecules we see today? For a short period after the Big Bang, the cosmos was a much simpler place. Scientists are now getting closer than ever to understanding this era by recreating the very first molecules that ever formed. The Dawn … Read more
Did you know that our sun, the star that gives us light and warmth, can also unleash some serious power? Just recently, on August 5th, 2025, scientists observed a remarkable event: three major solar flares erupted from the sun within a single 24-hour period. That’s a pretty active day for our star! So, what exactly … Read more
Did you know that black holes might not be silent after all? For a long time, we thought of them as these ultimate voids, absorbing everything, including light and sound. But recent scientific discoveries are painting a much more dynamic picture, suggesting that these cosmic giants are actually emitting ‘songs.’ I’m so fascinated by this, … Read more