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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.