Planetary Science

Mars’ Mysterious Streaks Lose Their Watery Allure

A groundbreaking study using machine learning has revealed that the dark streaks once thought to indicate liquid water on Mars are actually the result of dry, dusty processes — reshaping the way we explore the Red Planet.

Craters That Reveal What Mars Is Hiding

Debris blasted from Martian craters is revealing what's hidden beneath the surface — from glaciers to ancient lakebeds — using just satellite images.

Magnetar Flares May Forge the Universe’s Heaviest Elements

Flares from ultra-magnetized neutron stars, or magnetars, may be key contributors to the universe’s supply of heavy elements like gold and platinum, according to a new study from Ohio State University.

Vesta’s True Nature: Rethinking a Protoplanet’s Identity

New research challenges previous notions about asteroid Vesta's structure, suggesting a more uniform interior and prompting a reevaluation of its formation and classification.

Solar Wind: A Hidden Source of Lunar Water?

New NASA research reveals that solar wind may be quietly generating water on the Moon’s surface—reshaping our vision for lunar exploration.

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