Space

2023.11.17

The farthest protocluster observed by the University of Tsukuba and other organizations

2023.11.07

Successful launch of X-ray imaging spectroscopic satellite 'XRISM,' to explore the mysteries of the turbulent universe

2023.11.06

JAMSTEC, Kyushu University led group discover salts and organic sulfur molecules in the asteroid Ryugu

2023.10.25

Successful launch of the H-IIA rocket No. 47: Aiming at Japan's first ever moon landing

2023.10.24

The National Astronomical Observatory of Japan discovers the formation path of complex organic molecules in molecular clouds at cryogenic temperatures

2023.08.15

Tokyo Tech determines the electrical resistivity of pure liquid iron in extreme environments (140 GPa): Enhancing the understanding of the origins of terrestrial planets

2023.07.26

Essential elements for life found in the sea of Saturn's moon by Tokyo Institute of Technology and collaborators

2023.07.11

The 'KAGRA' gravitational wave telescope has resumed observations for the first time in three years: Possible development of a sensitivity improvement strategy through international collaboration

2023.06.12

On the cusp of extraterrestrial discovery: Japanese probe embarks on mission to Jupiter's moons

2023.06.06

A transformable lunar robot made of aluminum alloy commercialized by TOMY — Operates the same as an actual lunar probe

2023.05.23

"Challenging days in space with friends" ‐ Veteran astronaut, Dr. Wakata, returned from the ISS

2023.05.19

Precise measurement of dark matter distribution 380,000 years after the Big Bang using data from the Subaru Telescope: physical discrepancy confirmed

2023.04.19

'Tadpole' molecular cloud discovered near the galactic nucleus — Group led by Keio University thinks object may be an intermediate‐mass black hole

2023.02.17

Using photosynthetically derived fluorescence in the search for life — Is it possible to confirm life on exoplanets?

2023.02.16

Even weak magnetic storms can impact operations and cause the loss of SpaceX's low earth orbit satellites — Uncovered by Polar Research Institute, NICT, and others

2023.02.02

Hokkaido University and RIKEN succeed in measuring the behavior of OH radicals on extremely low-temperature ice surfaces

2023.01.18

Group led by Tohoku University and NAOJ use simulation to unravel the formation of the Milky Way - Stars with the most precious metals are 10 billion years old

2022.11.28

Observing the origin and evolution of the universe: An interview with Dr. Jia Liu

2022.11.22

Dr. Wakata's trip down memory lane begins at the ISS ― His fifth flight is the most among all Japanese astronauts

2022.11.02

Kyoto University identifies that variation in quasar brightness relates to the intensity of the celestial emission lines and are expected to repeat

2022.10.28

Group led by Keio University and JAXA first in the world to objectively analyze Venus' atmosphere by creating meteorological data set

2022.10.26

Group led by NIPR reproduces three-dimensional structure of pulsating aurora using computer tomography

2022.10.24

Team led by Osaka University uses high-power laser to create space plasma shock waves in the lab