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Kepler telescope captures extraordinary observations of a star's death throes
November 30, 2018
Kepler's observations of the supernova known as SN 2018oh showed an unexpected fast rise in brightness that may be an important clue to understanding the progenitors of Type Ia supernovae, which cosmologists use to study the expansion of the universe and dark energy.
Astronomers find the progenitor to a unique type of supernova
November 15, 2018
Astronomers may have finally uncovered the long-sought progenitor to a unique type of exploding star called a type Ic supernova.
Planet discovered orbiting the second closest stellar system to the Earth
November 14, 2018
Measurements from high-precision instruments, including Keck's HIRES and Lick's Automated Planet Finder, reveal a cold super-Earth around Barnard’s star.
NSF honors astronomer Enrico Ramirez-Ruiz among Hispanic leaders in science
October 18, 2018
In recognition of their efforts and Hispanic Heritage Month, the National Science Foundation profiled eight leaders in their fields.
Astronomer Natalie Batalha to receive Alumni Achievement Award
October 10, 2018
After serving as science lead for NASA’s Kepler Mission from 2011 to 2017, Batalha is returning to UC Santa Cruz as a professor of astronomy and astrophysics.
Three UCSC professors honored as Fellows of the California Academy of Sciences
October 10, 2018
Biologist Beth Shapiro and astronomers Claire Max and Natalie Batalha are among 14 new fellows elected to the California Academy of Sciences for 2018.
NSF grant funds program to increase diversity in physics and astronomy
October 1, 2018
The Cal-Bridge program has received a $5 million grant to support Ph.D. pathways at 24 campuses.
