Physics - Earth and Planetary Astrophysics

Earth and Planetary AstrophysicsNew Methods for Studying Exoplanet Atmospheres

Scientists refine techniques to measure exoplanet atmospheres accurately.

Louis-Philippe Coulombe, Pierre-Alexis Roy, Björn Benneke

2025-06-13T19:06:09+00:00 ― 5 min read

Solar and Stellar AstrophysicsNew Insights into Ultracool Dwarfs from GTC Observations

Study reveals new spectral types and kinematics of late-M and L dwarfs.

W. J. Cooper, H. R. A. Jones, R. L. Smart

2025-06-13T17:47:39+00:00 ― 6 min read

Solar and Stellar AstrophysicsNew Insights into Star UX Tau A's Dust Behavior

Research reveals significant dust depletion in UX Tau A's inner disk.

C. C. Espaillat, T. Thanathibodee, Z. Zhu

2025-06-13T17:39:48+00:00 ― 5 min read

Earth and Planetary AstrophysicsUnderstanding Sub-Neptune Planets and Their Atmospheres

A look at sub-Neptunes, gas dwarfs, and their potential for habitability.

Frances E. Rigby, Lorenzo Pica-Ciamarra, Måns Holmberg

2025-06-13T17:08:24+00:00 ― 5 min read

Earth and Planetary AstrophysicsThe Mystery of Polar Neptunes: Formation and Stability

Discover how polar Neptunes form and remain stable over billions of years.

Emma Louden, Sarah Millholland

2025-06-13T16:52:42+00:00 ― 6 min read

Earth and Planetary AstrophysicsThe Enigma of Irregular Moons

A look into the origins and characteristics of irregular moons in our solar system.

Susanne Pfalzner, Amith Govind, Frank Wagner

2025-06-13T14:54:57+00:00 ― 7 min read

Instrumentation and Methods for AstrophysicsAdvancements in Exoplanet Detection with JWST

Learn how JWST enhances the study of exoplanets through advanced techniques.

N. Godoy, E. Choquet, L. Altinier

2025-06-13T14:00:00+00:00 ― 5 min read

Earth and Planetary AstrophysicsExamining the Athor and Zita Asteroid Families

Study reveals insights into ancient asteroid families and their evolution.

D. Athanasopoulos, J. Hanuš, C. Avdellidou

2025-06-13T13:28:36+00:00 ― 6 min read

Solar and Stellar AstrophysicsThe Birth of Stars: A Simple Overview

An overview of how stars form in molecular clouds.

Rajika Kuruwita, Łukasz Tychoniec, Christoph Federrath

2025-06-13T12:33:39+00:00 ― 7 min read

Earth and Planetary AstrophysicsUnusual Orbits of Trans-Neptunian Objects

New theories suggest star encounters shaped TNO orbits in our Solar System.

Susanne Pfalzner, Amith Govind, Simon Portegies Zwart

2025-06-13T11:54:24+00:00 ― 5 min read

Earth and Planetary AstrophysicsNew Deep Learning Model Detects Exoplanets Efficiently

A novel model improves detection of Earth-like planets using PLATO light curves.

H. G. Vivien, M. Deleuil, N. Jannsen

2025-06-13T08:53:51+00:00 ― 5 min read

Earth and Planetary AstrophysicsStudying the Orbits of Hot Jupiters

Research examines orbital decay in hot Jupiters with new transit observations.

Efrain Alvarado, Kate B. Bostow, Kishore C. Patra

2025-06-13T08:06:45+00:00 ― 6 min read

Solar and Stellar AstrophysicsNew Insights into Young Stellar Objects and Outbursts

Research reveals the chemistry of Young Stellar Objects and its role in planet formation.

Jenny K. Calahan, Edwin A. Bergin, Merel van't Hoff

2025-06-13T05:06:12+00:00 ― 4 min read

Solar and Stellar AstrophysicsStudying Outbursts in Young Stars

Research investigates sudden brightness increases in young stars and their impact on planet formation.

Jenny K. Calahan, Edwin A. Bergin, Merel van't Hoff

2025-06-13T04:50:30+00:00 ― 5 min read

Earth and Planetary AstrophysicsNew Insights into HR 2562 B: A L/T Transition Companion

Recent observations reveal key data about the young celestial companion HR 2562 B.

Nicolás Godoy, Elodie Choquet, Eugene Serabyn

2025-06-13T04:42:39+00:00 ― 8 min read

Earth and Planetary AstrophysicsThe Impact of Primordial Black Holes on Our Solar System

Exploring potential effects of primordial black holes on planetary orbits.

Valentin Thoss, Andreas Burkert

2025-06-13T04:19:06+00:00 ― 5 min read

Earth and Planetary AstrophysicsInvestigating Exoplanet Atmospheres: The Role of CO2

Research focuses on carbon dioxide in exoplanet atmospheres and its significance.

Laurent Wiesenfeld, Prajwal Niraula, Julien de Wit

2025-06-13T03:16:18+00:00 ― 5 min read

Earth and Planetary AstrophysicsNew Insights into Rocky Exoplanets and Their Atmospheres

Astronomers investigate rocky exoplanets' atmospheres using advanced tools like the JWST.

Mark Hammond, Claire Marie Guimond, Tim Lichtenberg

2025-06-13T02:05:39+00:00 ― 5 min read

Instrumentation and Methods for AstrophysicsMonitoring the Skies: The Role of CLOWN in Astronomy

CLOWN enhances telescope efficiency by monitoring cloud conditions at PASO.

Luís Gonçalves, Bruno Coelho, Domingos Barbosa

2025-06-12T21:30:54+00:00 ― 6 min read

Astrophysics of GalaxiesUncovering the Chemistry Around Protostars

Research reveals how molecules form around young stars and their ties to life's building blocks.

Lei Lei, Lei Feng, Yi-Zhong Fan

2025-06-12T20:59:30+00:00 ― 5 min read

Earth and Planetary AstrophysicsCircumbinary Planets: A Glimpse into Dual Star Systems

Investigating rare circumbinary planets and their unique formation challenges.

Thomas A. Baycroft, Amaury H. M. J. Triaud, Dong Lai

2025-06-12T20:04:33+00:00 ― 6 min read

Earth and Planetary AstrophysicsNew Method Predicts Hidden Planets Using Deep Learning

Innovative approach utilizes deep learning to uncover characteristics of non-transiting planets.

Chen Chen, Lingkai Kong, Gongjie Li

2025-06-12T14:42:42+00:00 ― 8 min read

GeophysicsInvestigating the Depths of Planetary Interiors

A look into how scientists study the inside of planets through innovative experiments.

Alban Pothérat, Susanne Horn

2025-06-12T06:51:42+00:00 ― 5 min read

Astrophysics of GalaxiesInsights into the Pic Moving Group and Nearby Associations

A study unveils stars' connections and characteristics in young associations.

K. L. Luhman

2025-06-12T00:19:12+00:00 ― 5 min read

Earth and Planetary AstrophysicsNew Insights into Ganymede's Auroras

Study reveals brightness variations of auroras on Ganymede during Jupiter's eclipse.

Zachariah Milby, Katherine de Kleer, Carl Schmidt

2025-06-11T23:39:57+00:00 ― 7 min read

Earth and Planetary AstrophysicsHow Heat Influences Planet Growth in Dust Rings

Heat from young planets affects dust ring dynamics and planet formation.

Daniel P. Cummins, James E. Owen

2025-06-11T21:10:48+00:00 ― 8 min read

Instrumentation and Methods for AstrophysicsCrafting a Telescope Observation Proposal

A guide to writing effective telescope observation proposals.

C. G. Díaz, R. Petrucci, L. V. Ferrero

2025-06-11T19:28:45+00:00 ― 5 min read

Instrumentation and Methods for AstrophysicsNew Tool Targets Exozodiacal Dust in Planet Searches

Toy Coronagraph aids in understanding how dust obscures exoplanet detection.

Yu-Chia Lin

2025-06-11T18:41:39+00:00 ― 5 min read

Instrumentation and Methods for AstrophysicsESCAPE Project: Advancing Exoplanet Detection

The ESCAPE project aims to enhance exoplanet discovery using new imaging techniques.

Lisa Altinier, Élodie Choquet, Arthur Vigan

2025-06-11T18:18:06+00:00 ― 6 min read

Earth and Planetary AstrophysicsClassifying Small Bodies in Our Solar System

Understanding small bodies helps reveal the history of our Solar System.

Alvaro Alvarez-Candal

2025-06-11T18:10:15+00:00 ― 5 min read

Earth and Planetary AstrophysicsFuture of Land Plants in a Changing Sun

Research reveals potential for land plants to adapt longer to climate changes.

R. J. Graham, Itay Halevy, Dorian Abbot

2025-06-11T13:20:36+00:00 ― 6 min read

Solar and Stellar AstrophysicsStudying Brown Dwarfs and White Dwarfs in Binary Systems

Insights into brown dwarf atmospheres from unique binary systems.

Jenni R. French, Sarah L. Casewell, Rachael C. Amaro

2025-06-11T04:41:42+00:00 ― 6 min read

Earth and Planetary AstrophysicsThe Effects of Interstellar Clouds on Earth's Atmosphere

Investigating how interstellar clouds influenced Earth's atmospheric changes over millions of years.

Jesse A. Miller, Merav Opher, Maria Hatzaki

2025-06-11T03:54:36+00:00 ― 5 min read

Earth and Planetary AstrophysicsWilson-Harrington: The Active Asteroid Enigma

A new study reveals Wilson-Harrington's surprising active nature.

Sunho Jin, Masateru Ishiguro, Jooyeon Geem

2025-06-10T21:22:06+00:00 ― 7 min read

Earth and Planetary AstrophysicsK2-18 b: A Glimpse into Exoplanetary Conditions

Investigating the unique atmospheric conditions of K2-18 b and its potential for life.

Cindy N. Luu, Xinting Yu, Christopher R. Glein

2025-06-10T17:50:09+00:00 ― 4 min read

Earth and Planetary AstrophysicsUnraveling the Asynchronous Rotation of Hot Jupiters

Investigation reveals complex interactions affecting hot Jupiter rotation.

Marek Wazny, Kristen Menou

2025-06-10T12:59:42+00:00 ― 6 min read

Earth and Planetary AstrophysicsImpact of External Photoevaporation on Protoplanetary Discs

Study reveals how external factors affect planet formation in protoplanetary discs.

Nelson Ndugu, Bertram Bitsch, Julia Lena Lienert

2025-06-10T11:49:03+00:00 ― 7 min read

Earth and Planetary AstrophysicsNew Insights into L 98-59 c's Atmosphere

A study reveals possible atmospheric conditions on the exoplanet L 98-59 c.

Nicholas Scarsdale, Nicholas Wogan, Hannah R. Wakeford

2025-06-10T11:09:48+00:00 ― 5 min read

Solar and Stellar AstrophysicsNew Evidence Confirms Tidal Tails of Blanco 1

Study reveals strong evidence for tidal tails around the open cluster Blanco 1.

Lizhou Sha, Andrew M. Vanderburg, Luke G. Bouma

2025-06-10T11:01:57+00:00 ― 5 min read

Earth and Planetary AstrophysicsClouds on Tidally-Locked Planets and Their Impact on Observations

Clouds on tidally-locked planets can mislead our analysis of atmospheric conditions.

Diana Powell, Robin Wordsworth, Karin Öberg

2025-06-10T10:46:15+00:00 ― 6 min read