Keck Observatory
Watch Live as Astronomers Look for Object ‘G2’ in Observing Run Webcast from the Keck Observatory
Wondering about the latest news on the intriguing object called 'G2' that is making its closest approach to the supermassive…
Nearby Brown Dwarf Captured in a Direct Image
A recent find announced by astronomers may go a long ways towards understanding a crucial “missing link” between planets and…
Major Volcanic Eruption Seen on Jupiter’s Moon Io
Recent observations of Jupiter’s moon Io has revealed a massive volcanic eruption taking place 628,300,000 km (390,400,000 miles) from Earth.…
Rain is Falling from Saturn’s Rings
Astronomers have known for years there was water in Saturn’s upper atmosphere, but they weren’t sure exactly where it was…
Exoplanet Atmospheres Provide Clues to Solar System Formation
The most detailed look yet at the atmosphere of a distant exoplanet has revealed a mixture of water vapor and…
Evidence for a Deep Ocean on Europa Might be Found on its Surface
Astronomer Mike Brown and his colleague Kevin Hand might be suffering from "Pump Handle Phobia," as radio personality Garrison Keillor…
Rare Supernova Pair are Most Distant Ever
High-resolution simulation of a galaxy hosting a super-luminous supernova and its chaotic environment in the early Universe. Credit: Adrian Malec…
Uranus has Bizarre Weather
New infrared images of Uranus show details not seen before. Credit: NASA/ESA/L. A. Sromovsky/P. M. Fry/H. B. Hammel/I. de Pater/K.…
Behind the Scenes at the Keck Telescope
Who knew there were so many moving parts to operate a telescope? This is a great behind the scenes video…
Watch Live Webcast from the Keck Observatory
On Thursday, Feb. 9, 2012, Keck Observatory will be hosting a live webcast of an astronomy talk by Dr. Tom…