Press Releases
Mysterious rainbow ‘glory’ lights observed on distant planet
For the first time, signs of the rainbow-like ‘glory effect’ have been detected on a planet outside our solar system. Glory are colourful concentric rings of light that occur only under peculiar conditions.
Warwick astronomer talks through upcoming Total Solar Eclipse to mark Global Astronomy Month
An astronomer from the University of Warwick explains the science behind and what to expect from the upcoming Total Solar Eclipse (TSE).
‘Cosmic Cannibals’ expel jets into space at 40% speed of light
For the first time, astronomers have measured the speed of fast-moving jets in space, crucial to star formation and the distribution of elements needed for life.
Astrophysicists unveil new phenomenon challenging textbook definition of white dwarf stars
Scientists have revealed why some white dwarfs mysteriously stop cooling – changing ideas on just how old stars really are, and what happens to them when they die.
Why do we need leap years? Astrophysicists explain this month’s extra date
Astrophysicists at The University of Warwick are explaining the science behind leap years, ahead of this month’s extra date.
The University of Warwick Celebrates International Women and Girls in Science Day with a competition for Year 12s to win an all expenses paid science trip to France
The XMaS Scientist Experience 2024 returns, giving an opportunity for any Year 12 UK Physics and STEM students that identify as female to immerse themselves in the world of science.