Combination of cosmic processes shapes the size and location of sub-Neptunes
three panels of hypothetical planetary systems with sub-Neptunes
Public invited to visit Jennifer Chalsty Planetarium with astronomy department on April 5
Image of Northern Lights over University Park campus
The story behind the cosmic image on a new US stamp
Image of Kevin Luhman holding a U.S. stamp
Friedman Lectures in Astronomy and Astrophysics set for April 15, 16
Headshot of Alessandro Morbidelli
Marker Lectures in Astronomy and Astrophysics and Physics set for March 25, 26
Headshot of Maura McLaughlin
Does planetary evolution favor human-like life? Study ups odds we’re not alone
view of Earth from the ISS. Credit: NASA
Wobbling stars reveal hidden companions in Gaia data
Artists impression of Gaia-4b orbiting star. Credit: ESA/Gaia/DPAC/M. Marcussen
Could an Earth-like alien civilization detect us?
illustration of a space craft approaching Earth
Is the wayfinding shown in Moana realistic?
Chris Palma, teaching professor of astronomy and astrophysics

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New planet in Kepler-51 system discovered using James Webb Space Telescope
illustration of Kepler-51 and its planets
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