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New Cosmic X-Ray Class, Chiron's Mysteries, and the Next Space Station Era: S27E155
SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 155*Discovery of a New Class of Cosmic X-RayAstronomers have identified a new class of cosmic X-ray source, potentially originating from a novel type of nova event. The study, published in the Astrophysical Journal Letters, reveals 29 unusual objects in the Large and Small Magellanic Clouds. These objects displayed unexpected behaviours, such as long-duration X-ray outbursts and recurring outbreaks. The findings suggest these sources, dubbed 'Milli Novae', could play a crucial role in understanding astrophysical phenomena, especially as they may contribute to the mass of white dwarfs, potentially leading to Type 1A supernovae.*Uncovering the Secrets of the CentaursUsing the James Webb Space Telescope, astronomers have begun studying centaurs, a unique family of comet-like asteroids orbiting between Jupiter and Neptune. The study of 2060 Chiron reveals surface chemistry unlike any other known centaur, with carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide ices, and methane gases in its coma. These findings provide new insights into the origins of our solar system, as centaurs have remained largely unchanged since its formation 4.6 billion years ago.*NASA's Plans for Commercial Space StationsWith the International Space Station set for retirement in 2030, NASA is supporting the development of multiple commercial space stations. Projects include the NASA-funded STAR Labs space station, slated for launch in 2028, and Axiom's modular space station, which will initially dock with the ISS. Other proposals, like Orbital Reef and Haven One, are also in development, promising to advance commercial space activities and research.00:00 Astronomers have identified a new class of cosmic X ray source04:44 2060 Chiron provides new clues about the origins of our solar system12:56 A number of proposals for commercial low Earth orbit space stations are growing17:46 Higher levels of air pollution associated with higher risk of hospitalisation, study finds19:31 Almost all artificial intelligence chatbots are showing symptoms of mild cognitive impairment20:47 Apple's AI summarisation feature sometimes gives incorrect summaries22:47 ChatGPT has made its search engines free24:17 Space Time is available every Monday, Wednesday and Friday through Apple Podcastswww.spacetimewithstuartgary.comwww.bitesz.com🌏 Get Our Exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ www.bitesz.com/nordvpn. Enjoy incredible discounts and bonuses! Plus, it’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✌Check out our newest sponsor - Old Glory - Iconic Music and Sports Merch and now with official NASA merchandise. Well worth a look...Become a supporter of this Podcast for as little as $3 per month and access commercial-free episodes plus bonuses: https://www.spacetimewithstuartgary.com/about✍️ Episode ReferencesAstrophysical Journal Letters[https://iopscience.iop.org/journal/8205](https://iopscience.iop.org/journal/2041-8205)2--- OGLE (Optical Gravitational Lensing Experiment)[http://ogle.astrouw.edu.pl/](http://ogle.astrouw.edu.pl/)Southern African Large Telescope[http://www.salt.ac.za/](http://www.salt.ac.za/)NASA's Swift Space Observatory[https://swift.gsfc.nasa.gov/](https://swift.gsfc.nasa.gov/)University of Central Florida[https://www.ucf.edu/](https://www.ucf.edu/)James Webb Space Telescope[https://www.jwst.nasa.gov/](https://www.jwst.nasa.gov/)STAR Labs Space Station[https://www.starlabs.space/](https://www.starlabs.space/)Axiom Space[https://www.axiomspace.com/](https://www.axiomspace.com/)Blue Origin[https://www.blueorigin.com/](https://www.blueorigin.com/)Sierra Space[https://www.sierraspace.com/](https://www.sierraspace.com/)Bigelow Aerospace[http://bigelowaerospace.com/](http://bigelowaerospace.com/)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-with-stuart-gary--2458531/support.
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Discovering the Moon's True Age, Perseverance's Ascent, and the Enigma of Pink Sands: S27E154
SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 154*The Moon's Age: A New PerspectiveNew research suggests the Moon may be much older than previously believed. Evidence indicates the Moon's crust underwent extensive remelting around 4.35 billion years ago, obscuring its true age. This study proposes the Moon could be as old as 4.53 billion years, challenging past estimates and offering a new understanding of its formation.*Perseverance Rover's New HorizonsNASA's Perseverance rover has reached the top of Jezero Crater's rim, marking a significant milestone in its mission. With the climb complete, the rover is set to explore new geological terrains, potentially uncovering some of the oldest rocks in the solar system. This new phase promises to deepen our understanding of Mars' ancient history.*Unveiling South Australia's Pink Sands MysteryThe discovery of deep pink sands on South Australian beaches has provided insights into the tectonic history of the region. These findings, published in Communications Earth and Environment, suggest the existence of an ancient Antarctic mountain range, offering clues about the geological past of the supercontinent Gondwana.00:00 This is space Time Series 27, Episode 154 for broadcast on 23 December 202400:47 New research suggests Earth's moon may be an awful lot older than previously thought07:05 NASA's Mars Perseverance Rover has completed its long climb to summit10:51 Deep pink sands washing up on South Australian beaches reveal previously unknown mountain range19:05 Garnets are a metamorphic mineral which grows when deep in crust20:51 Ambulance and taxi drivers have lowest death rate from Alzheimer's22:57 New study finds men are quicker to buy drinks when women are scarcewww.spacetimewithstuartgary.comwww.bitesz.com🌏 Get Our Exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ www.bitesz.com/nordvpn. Enjoy incredible discounts and bonuses! Plus, it’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✌Check out our newest sponsor - Old Glory - Iconic Music and Sports Merch and now with official NASA merchandise. Well worth a look...Become a supporter of this Podcast for as little as $3 per month and access commercial-free episodes plus bonuses: https://www.spacetimewithstuartgary.com/about ✍️ Episode ReferencesNASA Perseverance Roverhttps://mars.nasa.gov/mars2020/University of California, Santa Cruzhttps://www.ucsc.edu/University of Adelaidehttps://www.adelaide.edu.au/Communications Earth and Environment Journalhttps://www.nature.com/commsenv/ANSTO's Opal Nuclear Research Reactorhttps://www.ansto.gov.au/research/facilities/opal-multipurpose-reactorBritish Medical Journalhttps://www.bmj.com/Biological Letters Journalhttps://royalsocietypublishing.org/journal/rsblAustralian Scepticshttps://www.skeptics.com.au/Space Time with Stuart Garyhttps://spacetimewithstuartgary.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-with-stuart-gary--2458531/support.
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Martian Mineral Mysteries, Australia's Spaceport Setback, and Antimatter Breakthrough: S27E153
SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 153*The Mysterious Origins of Martian MineralsA new study suggests that some Martian minerals may have formed in liquid carbon dioxide rather than water. While traditional views link Mars' dry river channels to past water presence, this research indicates that under ancient Martian conditions, liquid CO2 could have been a significant factor in shaping the planet's geological features. This finding, published in Nature Geoscience, adds a new layer to the ongoing debate about Mars' liquid past and its implications for the planet's habitability.*Australia's Arnhem Space Centre ShutteredEquatorial Launch Australia has announced the closure of the Arnhem Space Centre due to unresolved lease issues with the Northern Land Council. Originally envisioned as a hub for commercial space launches, the project faced multiple delays over land agreements. Plans are now underway to relocate operations to Queensland, aiming to establish the Australian Space Centre, Geberic which promises significant economic benefits and indigenous employment opportunities.*Discovery of the Heaviest Antimatter ParticlePhysicists at CERN's Large Hadron Collider have identified what could be the heaviest antimatter particle ever detected. Using the ALICE experiment, researchers observed anti-hyperhelium 4, an exotic hypernucleus. This discovery provides new insights into the matter-antimatter asymmetry of the universe, as scientists continue to explore the mysteries of the Big Bang and the universe's evolution.00:00 Some Martian minerals may have been formed in liquid carbon dioxide rather than water06:01 Scientists find evidence for what appears to be the most massive antimatter particle ever detected13:15 Move of time projection chamber into ALICE detector starts very slowly15:22 The TPC is our main tracking detector for heavy ion collisions20:21 Living in an agricultural community with high pesticide use may increase cancer risk22:50 Former CNN reporter Tucker Carlson claims he was attacked by a demon while sleepingwww.spacetimewithstuartgary.comwww.bitesz.com🌏 Get Our Exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ www.bitesz.com/nordvpn. Enjoy incredible discounts and bonuses! Plus, it’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✌Check out our newest sponsor - Old Glory - Iconic Music and Sports Merch and now with official NASA merch. Well worth a look...Become a supporter of this Podcast for as little as $3 per month and access commercial-free episodes plus bonuses: https://www.spacetimewithstuartgary.com/about✍️ Episode ReferencesJournal of Nature Geoscience[Nature Geoscience](https://www.nature.com/ngeo/)NASA's Mars Perseverance rover mission[NASA Perseverance](https://mars.nasa.gov/mars2020/)Equatorial Launch Australia[Equatorial Launch Australia](https://ela.space/)Large Hadron Collider[CERN LHC](https://home.cern/science/accelerators/large-hadron-collider)ALICE experiment[ALICE Experiment](https://alice.cern/)Northern Land Council[Northern Land Council](https://www.nlc.org.au/)Journal Frontiers of Cancer Control and Society[Frontiers in Cancer](https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/cancer)Journal Science[Science Journal](https://www.sciencemag.org/)Australian Skeptics[Australian Skeptics](https://www.skeptics.com.au/)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-with-stuart-gary--2458531/support.
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Unraveling Mars' Dust Storms, Dark Comet Insights, and Space Weather Threats: S27E152
SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 152*Martian Dust Storms: A New UnderstandingA groundbreaking study reveals the triggers behind Mars' infamous planet-wide dust storms. Researchers from the University of Colorado Boulder suggest that relatively warm and sunny days could initiate these massive storms. Presented at the American Geophysical Union's 2024 meeting, the findings could pave the way for forecasting Martian weather, similar to Earth meteorology. Understanding these storms is crucial, as they pose significant challenges to Mars missions by affecting rovers and landers.*Discovery of New Dark CometsAstronomers have doubled the known population of dark comets, discovering seven more of these enigmatic celestial bodies. These objects, which resemble asteroids but behave like comets, are categorized into two groups based on their orbits and reflectivity. The study, published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, explores their potential role in delivering vital materials to Earth, such as water.*Space Weather's Impact on National SecurityAs technology advances, space weather events pose an increasing threat to national security assets. Geomagnetic storms, part of the Sun's 11-year cycle, can disrupt satellites, power grids, and communications. Johns Hopkins researchers are developing models and tools to predict and mitigate these impacts, emphasizing the importance of understanding space weather to protect critical infrastructure.00:00 This is Space Time Series 27, Episode 152 for broadcast on 18 December 202400:47 New study could help predict extreme weather events on Mars04:34 Astronomers have detected seven more dark comets, doubling the number08:26 Scientists are working on new research projects to protect national security assets from space weather12:35 Are we prepared for a catastrophic solar storm? The dangers of a solar eruption come in three phases16:24 The gap between our health span and lifespan is getting wider globally19:51 Apple have just released their new 18.2 AI suite just in time for Christmas21:40 Google has launched its own AI assistant called Gemini 2.0www.spacetimewithstuartgary.comwww.bitesz.com🌏 Get Our Exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ www.bitesz.com/nordvpn. Enjoy incredible discounts and bonuses! Plus, it’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✌Check out our newest sponsor - Old Glory - Iconic Music and Sports Merch and now with official NASA merchandise. Well worth a look...Become a supporter of this Podcast for as little as $3 per month and access commercial-free episodes plus bonuses: https://www.spacetimewithstuartgary.com/about✍️ Episode ReferencesAmerican Geophysical Unionhttps://www.agu.org/University of Colorado Boulderhttps://www.colorado.edu/NASA Mars Reconnaissance Orbiterhttps://mars.nasa.gov/mro/The Martian (2015 Film)https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3659388/Proceedings of the National Academy of Scienceshttps://www.pnas.org/Michigan State Universityhttps://msu.edu/Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratoryhttps://www.jhuapl.edu/Nature Journalhttps://www.nature.com/University of New South Waleshttps://www.unsw.edu.au/Angavande Shemi Journalhttps://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/journal/15213773Apple AIhttps://www.apple.com/Google Gemini 2.0 AIhttps://blog.google/products/ai/Space Time with Stuart Gary Garyhttps://spacetimewithstuartgary.com/Tech Advice Lifehttps://techadvice.life/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-with-stuart-gary--2458531/support.
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Moon's Circular Mystery, Gravitational Wave Revelations, and Mars Helicopter's Investigation: S27E151
SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 151*A New Perspective on the Moon's Aitken BasinRecent observations of the Moon's south pole reveal that the Aitken Basin crater is more circular than previously believed. This significant discovery challenges existing theories about its formation and has implications for future lunar missions, including NASA's Artemis program. The study, published in Earth and Planetary Science Letters, suggests a more direct impact created the crater, offering potential access to deep lunar material for study.*Gravitational Wave Maps Unveil Hidden Cosmic StructuresAstronomers have developed the most detailed gravitational wave maps yet, revealing hidden black holes and cosmic structures. Using pulsar timing arrays, researchers have detected a background of gravitational waves across the universe. This groundbreaking research, reported in the Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society, opens new avenues for understanding galactic evolution and the universe's history.*NASA's First Aircraft Accident Investigation on another planetNASA has conducted its first aircraft accident investigation on another planet following the crash of the Mars Ingenuity helicopter. The investigation revealed that the helicopter's navigation system struggled with the featureless Martian terrain, leading to a hard landing. Despite the crash, Ingenuity continues to provide valuable data for future Mars missions.00:00 This is space Time Series 27, Episode 151 for broadcast on 16 December 202400:47 New observations of the Moon's south pole have shown the Aitken Basin crater is circular05:04 Space astronomers have created the most detailed maps ever of gravitational waves across universe14:10 The Meerkat radio telescope is probably the best radio telescope at the moment18:52 NASA conducting first ever aircraft accident investigation on another planet24:11 Single mutation on H5N1 bird flu could make human infections more likely26:14 A recent study found journalists brains are suffering from poor executive functioningwww.spacetimewithstuartgary.comwww.bitesz.com🌏 Get Our Exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ www.bitesz.com/nordvpn. Enjoy incredible discounts and bonuses! Plus, it’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✌Check out our newest sponsor - Old Glory - Iconic Music and Sports Merch and now with official NASA merch. Well worth a look...Become a supporter of this Podcast for as little as $3 per month and access commercial-free episodes plus bonuses: https://www.spacetimewithstuartgary.com/about✍️ Episode ReferencesNASAhttps://www.nasa.gov/University of Marylandhttps://www.umd.edu/Earth and Planetary Science Lettershttps://www.journals.elsevier.com/earth-and-planetary-science-lettersArtemis Missionshttps://www.nasa.gov/specials/artemis/Chandrayaan 3https://www.isro.gov.in/chandrayaan3.htmlSwinburne Universityhttps://www.swinburne.edu.au/Osgravhttps://www.ozgrav.org/Meerkat Radio Telescopehttps://www.sarao.ac.za/science-engineering/meerkat/LIGOhttps://www.ligo.caltech.edu/Virgohttps://www.virgo-gw.eu/Jet Propulsion Laboratoryhttps://www.jpl.nasa.gov/Perseverance Roverhttps://mars.nasa.gov/mars2020/Mars Sample Returnhttps://mars.nasa.gov/msr/Dragonfly Missionhttps://dragonfly.jhuapl.edu/Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Societyhttps://academic.oup.com/mnrasBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-with-stuart-gary--2458531/support.
19 years on Australian Public Radio (as StarStuff), 8 years of podcasting and counting. We have a lot of content to share with you.Recognized worldwide by our listeners and industry experts as one of the best and most thoroughly researched programs on Astronomy, Space, and Science News.Hosted by Stuart Gary, a veteran radio science reporter, broadcaster and now podcaster.Keep up-to-date and learn something new with every episode.New episodes weekly. Three new episodes are published on Mondays for our subscribers and individual episodes publicly on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Show your support for SpaceTime, help us reach our goals with early access to commercial-free episodes and bonuses via Supercast, Patreon, Apple Podcasts and YouTube.Links at https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com/about Enjoy!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-with-stuart-gary--2458531/support.
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