Astronomy Daily: Space News Updates Martian Hot Water Mysteries, Blue Origin's Milestones, and Galactic Collisions : S03E214
Nov 23, 2024
13:11
Astronomy Daily - the Podcast: S03E214
Welcome to Astronomy Daily, your go-to source for the latest updates in space exploration and astronomical wonders. I'm your host, Anna. Today, we have an exhilarating lineup of stories that take us from ancient Martian landscapes to cosmic collisions and groundbreaking human spaceflight developments.
Highlights:
- Martian Hot Water Discovery: Dive into the groundbreaking revelation of hot water on Mars over 4.45 billion years ago, discovered through the study of the Martian meteorite Black Buddy. Learn how this finding suggests the presence of ancient hydrothermal systems that could have been ideal for the emergence of life.
- Blue Origin Milestones: Celebrate Blue Origin's remarkable achievements, including the historic placement of the New Glenn rocket on the launch pad and the successful 28th flight of New Shepard, marking Emily Calandrelli as the 100th woman to reach space.
- Astronaut Cognitive Research: Explore the largest study on cognitive performance in astronauts, revealing insights into how space travel affects cognitive abilities and the resilience of the human brain during extended missions aboard the International Space Station.
- Stefan's Quintet Collision: Witness the dramatic galaxy collision at Stefan's Quintet, where galaxy NGC7318B speeds through the cluster, creating shockwaves and providing a unique opportunity to study galaxy evolution and cosmic interactions.
- Mysterious Black Hole Light Bursts: Delve into the intriguing discovery of a pair of massive black holes in Cygnus, emitting regular bursts of light as they consume a massive gas cloud, offering new insights into black hole behavior and interactions.
- China's Inflatable Space Module: Discover China's successful test of their first inflatable space module during the Shijian 19 mission, showcasing advancements in space technology and potential applications for future space stations and deep space missions.
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✍️ Episode References
Black Buddy meteorite
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NWA_7034
Blue Origin
https://www.blueorigin.com/
New Glenn rocket
https://www.blueorigin.com/new-glenn/
Emily Calandrelli
https://www.thespacegal.com/
International Space Station
https://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/station/main/index.html
Stefan's Quintet
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephan%27s_Quintet
William Herschel Telescope
https://www.ing.iac.es/astronomy/telescopes/wht/
James Webb Space Telescope
https://webb.nasa.gov/
Zwicky Transient Facility
https://www.ztf.caltech.edu/
China Academy of Space Technology
http://www.cast.cn/
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Welcome to Astronomy Daily, your go-to source for the latest updates in space exploration and astronomical wonders. I'm your host, Anna. Today, we have an exhilarating lineup of stories that take us from ancient Martian landscapes to cosmic collisions and groundbreaking human spaceflight developments.
Highlights:
- Martian Hot Water Discovery: Dive into the groundbreaking revelation of hot water on Mars over 4.45 billion years ago, discovered through the study of the Martian meteorite Black Buddy. Learn how this finding suggests the presence of ancient hydrothermal systems that could have been ideal for the emergence of life.
- Blue Origin Milestones: Celebrate Blue Origin's remarkable achievements, including the historic placement of the New Glenn rocket on the launch pad and the successful 28th flight of New Shepard, marking Emily Calandrelli as the 100th woman to reach space.
- Astronaut Cognitive Research: Explore the largest study on cognitive performance in astronauts, revealing insights into how space travel affects cognitive abilities and the resilience of the human brain during extended missions aboard the International Space Station.
- Stefan's Quintet Collision: Witness the dramatic galaxy collision at Stefan's Quintet, where galaxy NGC7318B speeds through the cluster, creating shockwaves and providing a unique opportunity to study galaxy evolution and cosmic interactions.
- Mysterious Black Hole Light Bursts: Delve into the intriguing discovery of a pair of massive black holes in Cygnus, emitting regular bursts of light as they consume a massive gas cloud, offering new insights into black hole behavior and interactions.
- China's Inflatable Space Module: Discover China's successful test of their first inflatable space module during the Shijian 19 mission, showcasing advancements in space technology and potential applications for future space stations and deep space missions.
For more cosmic updates, visit our website at astronomydaily.io. Sign up for our free Daily newsletter to stay informed on all things space. Join our community on social media by searching for #AstroDailyPod on Facebook, X, YouTubeMusic, Tumblr, and TikTok. Share your thoughts and connect with fellow space enthusiasts.
Thank you for tuning in. This is Anna signing off. Until next time, keep looking up and stay curious about the wonders of our universe.
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astronomy-daily-the-podcast--5648921/support.
✍️ Episode References
Black Buddy meteorite
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NWA_7034
Blue Origin
https://www.blueorigin.com/
New Glenn rocket
https://www.blueorigin.com/new-glenn/
Emily Calandrelli
https://www.thespacegal.com/
International Space Station
https://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/station/main/index.html
Stefan's Quintet
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephan%27s_Quintet
William Herschel Telescope
https://www.ing.iac.es/astronomy/telescopes/wht/
James Webb Space Telescope
https://webb.nasa.gov/
Zwicky Transient Facility
https://www.ztf.caltech.edu/
China Academy of Space Technology
http://www.cast.cn/
Sponsor Details:
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