New Physics Theory Suggests the Universe Needs Only One Constant: Time
New theoretical physics suggests the universe might be governed by only one constant: the rate of time’s flow, simplifying fundamental laws. Learn about Shape Dynamics.
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The Physics of Fear: What Happens If a Primordial Black Hole Hits Your Body?
Vanderbilt physicist Robert Scherrer calculated the effects of a tiny primordial black hole hitting a human body. Learn the catastrophic, yet infinitesimally rare, consequences.
Telescope’s Final Data Confirms ‘Hubble Tension’ Crisis in Cosmology
The Atacama Cosmology Telescope’s final data confirms the Hubble Tension, showing a major conflict in the universe’s expansion rate. Learn why this means new physics is required.
Cosmic Speed Limit: Why the Universe Can Expand Faster Than Light
Can the universe expand faster than light? Yes, and here is why it doesn’t violate Einstein’s relativity. Learn the difference between motion and expansion.
Physicists Reinterpret Einstein’s Equations to Model the Universe Before the Big Bang
Physicists use a new mathematical approach to Einstein’s equations to resolve the Big Bang singularity, suggesting a ‘Big Bounce’ scenario. Learn how this changes cosmology.
Euclid Telescope’s 8-Year Fuel Surplus Sparks Plan for Unprecedented Northern Sky Survey
The Euclid space telescope has 8 years of extra fuel, prompting a plan by Dr. Jason Rhodes for a ‘slow roll’ northern sky survey. Learn how this extension will map dark matter.
Major Paradigm Shift: New Study Claims Universe is Decelerating, Not Accelerating
A new study analyzing Type Ia supernovae finds no evidence for cosmic acceleration, challenging the existence of Dark Energy. Read the full analysis.
JWST Spots ‘Puzzling’ Object JADES-GS-z14-0, Potentially Universe’s Earliest Galaxy
The James Webb Space Telescope spotted JADES-GS-z14-0, a massive galaxy formed just 100 million years after the Big Bang. Learn why this discovery challenges cosmology.
Dwarf Galaxy Study Delivers Major Blow to Modified Gravity Theory (MOND)
New research on dwarf galaxies led by AIP finds gravitational effects inconsistent with MOND’s critical acceleration scale, strongly favoring Dark Matter. Full analysis.
JWST Detects ‘Capotauro,’ A Candidate for the Universe’s First Galaxy
The JWST has detected Capotauro, a remarkably bright object that may be the oldest galaxy ever seen. Learn about the pending confirmation and its impact on cosmic models.
Astronomers Detect Smallest Dark Matter Clump, Million Times Sun’s Mass
Astronomers detect the smallest dark matter clump ever, a million times heavier than the Sun, using gravitational lensing. Learn about this groundbreaking discovery and its implications for dark matter theories.
Astronomers Witness Rare Double Stellar Explosion in Supernova Remnant
Astronomers confirm a star exploded twice, revealing new insights into Type Ia supernovae. Learn about this landmark discovery in SNR 0509-67.5.