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Claims the expansion of the universe could be different in different directions
The astronomy and space science news podcast.Stream podcast episodes on demand from www.bitesz.com/spacetime (mobile friendly). SpaceTime with Stuart Gary Series 23 Episode 32 *Claims the expansion of the universe could be different in different directionsOne of the fundamental pillars of cosmology is the understanding that the universe is 'isotropic – in other words everything looks the same in all directions -- if you look over large enough distances. But now new observations are questioning that.https://spacetimewithstuartgary.tumblr.com/post/614838311356448768https://spacetimewithstuartgary.tumblr.com/post/614838004019871744 *The importance of a planetary magnetic field for lifeAstronomers searching for planets capable of supporting life –look for terrestrial worlds orbiting in the habitable zones of their host stars.*Strange gravity on asteroid BennuAstronomers studying data from the OSIRIS-Rex spacecraft orbiting the asteroid Bennu have discovered strange gravity effects on the 484 metre wide space rock.http://spacetimewithstuartgary.tumblr.com/post/183626912243 *The Science ReportMore confusion about whether you should wear face masks in public to fight COVID-19.The CDC says wear the masks.But South Korean studies say they don’t help.Scientists have mapped the genome of the German shepherd.A new study has found that male drivers pose a higher risk to other people.SpaceTime with Stuart Gary Series 23 Episode 33 *Are gamma ray bursts powered by a star’s collapsing magnetic fields?New research suggests gamma ray bursts -- the most powerful explosions in the universe since the big bang – may be caused by the collapse of a dying star's magnetic field.*The mysteries of UranusA new study says the strange axis of rotation of the planet Uranus and the unusual properties of its moons and ring system were most likely caused by an ancient collision with another planet up to three times the size of Earth billions of years ago.*Boeing to fly second unmanned Starliner orbital test flightBoeing will undertake a second unmanned orbital test flight of its new CST100 Starliner spacecraft.*The Science ReportMore than fifty potential COVID-19 vaccines now being tested around the world.Scientists say there’s no evidence that COVID-19 is transmitted through eating foodNew study looks at how COVID-19 affects young and middle aged adults.They’re like taxis -You wait ages for a pterosaur and then suddenly four new species come along at once.The new smart toilet that checks your health while you go.Flat Earther dies in steam powered rocket crash.SpaceTime with Stuart Gary Series 23 Episode 34*Revolutionary new images of a quasarAstronomers have obtained their best view yet of a massive quasar blasting out from a monster black hole a third of the way across the universe.*All systems are go for Vega-C maiden flightThe European Space Agency says all systems are go for the maiden flight of Europe’s new Vega-C launch vehicle.*Expedition 63 launchThe new Expedition 62/63 crew have arrived safely aboard the International Space Station following a rapid rendezvous four orbit flight from the Earth.https://spacetimewithstuartgary.tumblr.com/post/614975763530334208https://spacetimewithstuartgary.tumblr.com/post/614975616618512384 *Final flight for Dragon 1A Dragon 1 capsule has returned to Earth for the final time. SpaceX mission CRS-20’s splashdown in the North Pacific Ocean off the coast of Baja California marked the end of NASA’s first Commercial Resupply Services contract, and the retirement of SpaceX’s first generation Dragon cargo ships.*Another Starship failureSpaceX’s latest prototype Starship test article -- SN3 --experienced a major failure – collapsing during a pressurized cryogenic fuel test.*The Science ReportNew questions about corruption at the top of the World Health Organization.A look at the links between a heightened risk of COVID-19 and heart issues.A new warning that global warming could destroy ecosystems within the decade.A new study claims having thick thighs may save lives.For enhanced Show Notes including photos to accompany this episode, visit: http://www.bitesz.com/spacetimeshownotesGet immediate access to over 180 commercial-free, double episode editions of SpaceTime plus extended interview bonus content. Subscribe via Patreon or Supercast....and share in the rewards. Details at www.patreon.com/spacetimewithstuartgary or if you’re not a fan of Patreon, go to Supercast - https://bitesznetwork.supercast.tech/RSS feed: https://rss.acast.com/spacetime Email: SpaceTime@bitesz.comTo receive the Astronomy Daily Newsletter free, direct to your inbox...just join our mailing list at www.bitesz.com/mailinglist
