Jon Voisey
Can Nearby Binary Star Systems Mimic Planets?
The vast majority of the known exoplanets have been discovered by the radial velocity method. This method employs the effects…
Darwin vs. the Sun
[/caption]Today, we take it for granted that the Sun produces energy via nuclear fusion. However, this realization only came about…
Qatar Led Team Discovers Exoplanet
When listing the major scientific powers, the tiny nation of Qatar is not one that generally comes to mind. However,…
First Four Exoplanet System Imaged
[/caption] Among one of the first exoplanet systems imaged was HR 8799. In 2008, a team led by Christian Marois…
WASP-12b: A Carbon Rich Exoplanet
[/caption] Since its discovery in 2008, WASP-12b has been an unusual planet. This 1.4 Jovian mass, gas giant lies so…
Large Binocular Telescope Achieves First Light
After eight and a half years in the making, the Large Binocular Telescope (LBT) is finally ready to begin operation.…
Will V445 Puppis Become a Ia Supernova?
As the "V" in the designation of V445 Puppis indicates, this star was a variable star located in the constellation…
A Peek Inside NGC 7538
[/caption]Often overshadowed by the more famous Bubble Nebula which lies nearby, NGC 7538 is an exciting emission and reflection nebula…
First Super-Earth Atmosphere Observed
[/caption]With the recent milestone of the discovery of the 500th extra solar planet the future of planetary astronomy is promising.…
ε Eridani’s Dust Disc
[/caption]Many stars have been discovered to have narrow discs of warm dust surrounding them. Since dynamical effects with the star's…