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  • Discovering the Composition of Trans-Neptunian Objects

    Discovering the Composition of Trans-Neptunian Objects

    Observing the farthest reaches of our solar system takes some time — literally. It takes 4.6 hours for light to travel from this extreme range that houses some of the … Discovering the Composition of Trans-Neptunian Objects Read More »


  • UCF Researchers to Conduct Research Using First James Webb Space Telescope Images

    UCF Researchers to Conduct Research Using First James Webb Space Telescope Images

    With the first images from the telescope released this morning, here is a round-up of the many research projects UCF is working on. By Zenaida Gonzalez Kotala | July 11, 2022 UCF … UCF Researchers to Conduct Research Using First James Webb Space Telescope Images Read More »


  • Arecibo Observatory Scientists Help Unravel Surprise Asteroid Mystery 

    Arecibo Observatory Scientists Help Unravel Surprise Asteroid Mystery 

    A team from the observatory publish their findings ahead of Asteroid Day, a U.N. designation aimed at increasing awareness about the threats some asteroids pose. By Zenaida Gonzalez Kotala | June 23, … Arecibo Observatory Scientists Help Unravel Surprise Asteroid Mystery  Read More »