The best map of our galaxy yet
Date Released: Thursday, September 27, 2007
Source: The best map of our galaxy yet
It has been ten years since the release of the Hipparcos and Tycho catalogues, the first astrometric catalogues produced from observations in space.
A team of European astronomers has used ESO’s Very Large Telescope Interferometer and its razor-sharp eyes to discover a reservoir of dust trapped in a disc that surrounds an elderly star.
Using ESO’s Very Large Telescope Interferometer and its unique ability to see small details, astronomers have uncovered a flat, nearly edge-on disc of silicates in the heart of the magnificent Ant Nebula.
A key meeting to enhance the scientific use of Galileo and contribute to the science-based development of Global Navigation Satellite Systems is being held at the ‘Cité de l’Espace’ in Toulouse on 1 to 4 October.
The 58th International Astronautical Congress (IAC 2007) is taking place this week from 24 to 29 September in Hyderabad, India, with the theme ‘Touching humanity: Space for improving quality of life’.
ESA’s XMM-Newton, has provided new insight into puzzling celestial objects known as magnetars.