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Dwarf Galaxy 3.

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The scientists develop methods to study neutrinos from star explosions and search for unknown particles and forces with possible ties to dark matter.

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In its final run, the LUX experiment increased its sensitivity four-fold, but dark matter remains elusive.

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The goal: Develop high-tech coatings that make the detector’s mirrors less “noisy”.

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Before Hitomi died, it sent back X-ray data that explain how turbulent motions may prevent cooling of hot gas.

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A small-scale version of the future detector allows researchers and engineers to test, develop and troubleshoot various aspects of its technology.

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KIPAC researchers mourn the loss of the Hitomi spacecraft but are thrilled about the data it was still able to capture.

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Following LIGO’s Treasure Maps

Astronomers around the world are looking for visible sources of gravitational waves.

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The upgraded experiment aims to discover if neutrinos are their own antiparticles.

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Computer simulations and lab experiments help researchers understand the violent universe and could potentially lead to new technologies that benefit humankind.

Researchers use X-rays to study some of the most extreme and exotic forms of matter ever created, in detail never before possible.
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The discovery supports a powerful tool for discovering galaxies that are otherwise too distant to observe, and could lead to advances that improve our...

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Five Fascinating Facts About DUNE

One: The Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment will look for more than just neutrinos.

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A new experiment at the South Pole picks up where BICEP2 left off.