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Large observatory on a mountain at sunset.

First images of the Vera C. Rubin Observatory

June 20, 2025

The first images from the observatory will be published on 23 June 2025 at 17:00 CEST. Researchers from the Max Planck Society report on their planned research more

Various telescopes observe galaxies in the starry sky above a mountainous landscape.

Focus on the universe

June 20, 2025

Astronomical images not only look beautiful, they also provide a wealth of information. What's behind it and what distinguishes four prominent telescopes? An overview. more

Artistic rendering of a young planetary system seen from within the protoplanetary disc. In the foreground, a planet orbits within a vast, flattened disc of gas and dust, shown in swirling shades of orange, yellow, and white. The planet appears to be carving a dark, circular gap into the disc. A smaller bright star shines at the centre, surrounded by concentric rings. Pebble-sized particles are visible near the planet's orbit, giving a sense of depth and motion.

Webb reveals the origin of the ultra-hot exoplanet WASP-121b

June 02, 2025

The detection of atmospheric methane and silicon monoxide suggests that it originated in a region analogous to the Solar System’s domain of gas and ice giants. more

Astronomy’s dirty window to space

Astronomy’s dirty window to space

March 13, 2025

Researchers reconstruct detailed map of dust in the Milky Way more

More women directors than ever before

More women directors than ever before

February 11, 2025

The share of women in leadership positions at the Max Planck Society continues to grow more

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