It’s a term used in science to describe calculations that rely on established mathematical laws of nature, or “first principles,” without additional assumptions or special models. But when it comes to ...

Astronomy studies celestial objects and phenomena beyond Earth. Astronomy degrees offer specializations like cosmology, planetary science, and stellar astrophysics. Astronomers use telescopes, math, ...

It's been nearly 350 years since Sir Issac Newton wrote, "If I have seen further it is by standing on the shoulders of giants," but the sentiment certainly holds true today. Newton's wisdom is ...

Space innovation and technology company the Satellite Applications Catapult, and leading space mission and data provider, Open Cosmos have signed an agreement to build and launch a key demonstration ...

Space.com sat down with authors Kimberly Arcand and Megan Watzke about how to hold the cosmos in your hand. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how ...

In 2026, there will be journeys to the moon and Mars, new visions of the cosmos and a solar eclipse that might be worth ...

A new EU project plans to expand adventures in the cosmos with a suitably space-age technology: lasers. The INPHOMIR initiative is developing the lasers to enhance spacecraft sensors. By emitting tiny ...

Open Cosmos, a UK space tech startup, has raised $50 million in fresh funding. Founded in 2015, Open Cosmos had only raised $7 million previously. The company uses satellites to track and monitor ...

Find your way around the universe with our list of the best astronomy books, featuring both new and classic books from a range of experienced authors. Whether you prefer a tour of the night sky or a ...

Open Cosmos, the UK-based startup that uses satellites to fight climate change, has secured a contract of €60mn to build seven satellites for Greece. Dubbed Optical Constellation, this will be the ...

Explore the beauty of space with over 30 mesmerizing images, all handpicked from this year's Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition. Reading time 1 minute The Royal Observatory Greenwich in ...

Teledyne Imaging, part of Teledyne Technologies [NYSE: TDY], is proud to introduce COSMOS™, large-format, back side illuminated (BSI) CMOS cameras optimized for astronomy. Exclusively developed by ...