Do you remember the biodome projects? This video examines the preperation, both physically and in terms of planning if we were to colonize Mars. Is this completely far off or would it actually be a possibility. From the propulsion, to nutrition needs, gravitational changes and more, there is a lot to take into consideration. Let’s…
These Objests In Space Are Mindboggling In Power
From black holes to super novas, the observable universe is home to objects and phenomena that are mindboggling in power. This video explores them and some of the questions: How does energy stitch the cosmos together, and how do we fit within it? We now climb the power scales of the universe, from atoms, nearly…
Could There Be Life On The Moon Titan?
The search for extraterrestrials spans far and wide. From the S.E.T.I. program which began in the 1970s to the search for exoplanets, many different approaches have been taken. Perhaps though, life exists on other planets and moons in our solar system? Could there be life on Saturn’s large moon Titan? Asking the question forces astrobiologists…
Stunning View Of Planet-Forming Disc
With the advent of super powerful and large array telescopes we can study the universe like never before. In this video they are able to detect the forming of a potential solar system: From ESO-Cast. A new image from ALMA, the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array, reveals extraordinarily fine detail that has never been seen before in the planet-forming…
Awesome New Topical Map Of Dwarf Planet Ceres
This has been quite a year for NASA and the Ceres dwarf planet in particular. Aside from the mystery bright spots and other findings, they now have an awesome new topical map! Slowly but surely the mysteries of dwarf planet Ceres are being peeled back layer by layer as NASA’s Dawn spacecraft orbits lower and…
Planet Kepler-186F May Be Inhabitable For Extraterrestrials
does this planet have life that we can communicate with right now? The search for extraterrestrials has fascinated us and been a hotly debated topic. From the S.E.T.I. program to other methods, lately the focus on exoplanets has gained a lot of attention. There is one in particular that has caught the attention of many…
India Makes Space History With Launch Of Their First Astronomy Satellite
This has been quite a week for space news. First we find evidence of salt water on Mars and now the country of India throws their hat into the satellite game: India has sent its first ever observational space telescope, called ASTROSAT, into orbit, after a successful launch from the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV-C30)…
How Enormous Is The Universe? [Video]
We all know the universe is vast. So vast that it is hard to get your mind around? This interesting video examines this question with incredible visuals: The universe has long captivated us with its immense scales of distance and time. How far does it stretch? Where does it end, and what lies beyond its…
Movie Clip Of A Dust Devil On Mars
First we get the news that they have likely detected salt water on Mars and now this: This movie clip shows dust devils moving across the plain inside Mars’ Gusev Crater, as seen with a hazard-identification camera on NASA’s Mars Exploration Rover Spirit. The clip consists of consists of frames taken by that camera during…
They Found Salt Water On Mars
No Way! Apparently after much speculation, they have discovered actual salt water on Mars. Here is more from the discovery: NASA teased us last week with the promise of a “major science finding” regarding our planetary neighbor, Mars. Today they delivered news of an exciting discovery – and no it’s not Mark Watney or even little…
Exoplanets That Harbor Could Harbor Life May Be Fairly Abundant
The discovery of Kepler 452-b has made space history and is the most Earth-like planet discovered to date. The question is how many similar types of these exoplanets exist. In this article they discuss the criterea in finding them: If you’re on the hunt for Earth-like planets that can sustain life, then your best bet might not…
Extremely Rare Lightning Sprites Seen [Video]
Have you ever heard of these? This video examines a controversial explanation for an atmospheric phenomenon called sprites. Here is a quick intro from wikipedia: Sprites are large-scale electrical discharges that occur high above thunderstorm clouds, or cumulonimbus, giving rise to a quite varied range of visual shapes flickering in the night sky. They are triggered…
Veil Nebula Is Seen With The Best Pictures Ever
Nebulas are some of the most spactacular formations to view in the universe. And now astronomers have viewed the veil nebula with more clarity and detail than ever: About 8,000 years ago, Neolithic humans would have witnessed what appeared to be a bright new star blazing in the northern sky. In fact, it was the violent…
Guy Vaporizes Aluminum With Lens In His Backyard [Video]
This is just pure physics awesomeness. And do not try this at home without the supervision of a professional: Using a rock as film to capture a temporary image of the sun 0:36. Backyard Lava Homemade Obsidian Rock conversion and How the sun can vaporize aluminum with a Professional grade Fresnel Lens. Forming borosilicate glass…
The Mystery Of The Dark Universe [Video]
Stars and galaxies shine brightly in this vast universe. However, there is likely dark matter that we can’t see effecting the gravitational pull in many areas. This video examines this phenomenon: Cosmology, the study of the universe as a whole, has been turned on its head by a stunning discovery that the universe is flying…
How Would Our Solar System Look To An Alien?
Have you ever wondered what our solar system would look like to an alien? We often spend time and money searching for evidence of extraterrestrials, especially with the focus recently on exoplanets. The most famous of course was discovered this year names Kepler 452-b. If you haven’t heard, it is considered to be the most…
What Caused These Mysterious Dark Streaks On Mars?
This year has been an incredible one in terms of Mars exploration with some amazing pics from the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter. And there is a mystery that astronomers are trying to solve: The dark, fingerlike features that creep down steep Martian slopes in warm weather continue to puzzle scientists. These “recurring slope lineae” (RSL), which have…
Is The Universe Infinite? [Video]
Is the universe infinite and can you get your mind around this? There have been many perspectives but no one knows for sure. This video examines this incredible question: How far do the stars stretch out into space? And what’s beyond them? In modern times, we built giant telescopes that have allowed us to cast…
Will They Find More Earth-Like Planets?
For many centuries we have viewed the cosmos with telescopes. And more recently, super powerful telescopes such as The Hubble have enabled us to find objects billions of light years away. Now, the focus of much astronomy is finding earth-like planets. What is the purpose and will they succeed? The search for Earth-like planets is…
Where Did The Moon Come From?
Although we often take it for granted, do you really know where the moon came from or about its origins? This video examines the subject: What events created the distinctive pattern of light and dark on its surface? To find out, we have sent satellites out to crash onto its surface, astronauts to comb its…
