Articles
Exploring the science behind the objects in the night sky.
What are Nebulae?
A visual tour of the five types of nebulae — from stellar nurseries where new stars are born to the remnants of dying stars.
Going Deeper: How Emission Nebulae Emit Light
Exploring the physics behind how emission nebulae produce their vivid colors — from ultraviolet radiation to the glow of hydrogen and oxygen.
In Perspective
Wide-field and close-up views of deep sky objects, showing how familiar targets sit within their broader cosmic surroundings.
Seeing Through Different Eyes: Narrowband Filters
How narrowband filters isolate light from specific elements, revealing structure invisible to broadband imaging.