Planetary Science
What is the mass of the Milky Way galaxy?
Mass of the Milky Way: Astronomical Approaches To Galactic WeightWhen pondering the question, "How does one weigh a galaxy?", one may quickly come to realize the monumental task at hand, especially...
Planetary Science
Could Dark Matter Be Detected as Exoplanets?
Detecting Planets Made of Dark Matter: Is It Possible?Planetary systems similar to our Solar System are rare, but they all appear to be made of ordinary matter, which is the same...
Planetary Science
The role of baroclinic activity in controlling Earth’s albedo in the present and future climates
AbstractClouds are one of the most influential components of Earth’s climate system. Specifically, the midlatitude clouds play a vital role in shaping Earth’s albedo. This study investigates the connection between baroclinic...
Planetary Science
Scientists Develop Dynamic Model of Earth’s Surface Over the Past 100 Million Years
The combination of climate, tectonics, and time creates powerful forces that shape the Earth's surface. Additionally, the gradual sculpting of the Earth's surface by rivers means that what we perceive as...
Planetary Science
We May Be Missing Life on Mars
We May Be Missing Life on MarsA team of international researchers co-led by a Cornell astrobiologist has suggested that the current state-of-the-art instrumentation being sent to Mars to collect and analyze...
Planetary Science
Super-Earths and Their Potential Impact on Planetary Systems
Super-Earths and Their Potential Impact on Planetary SystemsExoplanets are planets that exist outside of our solar system and there are over 5,000 confirmed exoplanets, with many more waiting to be discovered....