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The Search Is On for Betel-Buddy

Betelgeuse, a red supergiant star located about 640 light years from Earth in the constellation Orion, is known for its unpredictable brightness and is nearing the end of its life, expected to explode as a supernova. A significant dimming event in late 2019 led to speculation about its imminent explosion, but it was later attributed to a dust cloud. Research suggests that Betelgeuse may have a low-mass companion star orbiting it every 2,100 days, which could explain its long-term brightness variations.

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Unveiling The Birth of Star Cluster Groups in The Milky Way

A recent study published in Astronomy & Astrophysics has discovered four new primordial open cluster groups in the Milky Way, revealing that these groups formed through sequential star formation processes from the same giant molecular cloud. Notably, two groups, G1 and G2, were formed following a hierarchical mechanism triggered by multiple supernova explosions, as indicated by distinct ring-like and arc-like morphologies. Researchers used high-precision data from the Gaia satellite to analyze these clusters, establishing a clear age-distance correlation that supports the triggered star formation framework.

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Most Distant Galaxy Confirmed in New JWST Images

The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has confirmed the most distant bright galaxy known to date, MoM-z14, which existed in a universe just 280 million years old. This discovery challenges traditional galaxy formation theories and follows hints from the Hubble Space Telescope. The “Mirage or Miracle” survey is investigating whether these bright early galaxies are genuinely as distant as suspected, utilizing the Near-Infrared Spectrograph for further observations.

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Satellite Megaconstellations Threaten Radio Astronomy Observations, Expert Warns

Satellite megaconstellations pose a significant threat to radio astronomy observations, according to a recent study. The proliferation of small satellites and commercial space initiatives could jeopardize the “radio quiet” necessary for astronomers to detect faint signals from celestial objects. Researchers, led by Mike Peel from Imperial College London, emphasize the need for a better understanding of satellite transmissions’ impact on radio telescopes to preserve access to dark and quiet skies for future astronomical research.

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BPAA Staffing Changes

Follow the link below to get the details about all the changes to staffing at BPAA as we press forward with our STEAM initiative!

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BPAstro Classes through BI Parks!

BPAA is teaming with BI Parks to offer youth-oriented astronomy classes this summer. Go to our blog post through the link above for more information and registration links!

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Second Saturday

Join us Saturday, May 10th at 7pm for another riveting science talk! This month’s speaker is Ishan Ghosh-Coutinho, who will be presenting their talk “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star: I Know Exactly What You Are!” Limited to 30 people, so register early!

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