NASA’s Imaging X-ray Polarimetry Explorer (IXPE) has successfully measured the magnetic fields of PSR J1101−6101, a pulsar located within the Lighthouse Nebula. By analyzing X-ray polarization, researchers found lower magnetic turbulence than previously modeled, providing new insights into how extreme, high-speed celestial objects function, according to a study published Thursday in the Astrophysical Journal. Mapping … Read more
Astronomers using data from NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory have identified a potential supernova remnant located near the center of the Milky Way galaxy. The discovery, detailed in The Astrophysical Journal, suggests a massive star exploded approximately 1,700 years ago. This remnant sits near Sagittarius C, a dense region characterized by magnetic fields and rapid gas … Read more
Supermassive Black Holes vs. Galaxies: How NASA’s Latest Discoveries Are Redefining Cosmic Evolution June 2, 2026 By [Your Name], Space Science Journalist A composite image of a supermassive black hole at the heart of a spiral galaxy, revealing the high-energy X-rays (purple) detected by Chandra and infrared emissions (red/orange) from Webb. Credit: NASA/Chandra/JWST The Hungry … Read more