Webb Telescope captures exoplanet dramatically shedding its atmosphere in real time
Finding helps scientists understand how giant planets form and migrate
Prof. Wendy Freedman recognized with 2026 Franklin Institute Award in Physics
Pioneering cosmologist honored for landmark measurements of the Hubble Constant
New study revises our picture of the most common planets in the galaxy
Research led by UChicago’s Eliza Kempton finds some ‘mini-Neptunes’ likely have solid surfaces rather than molten interiors
Is dark energy evolving? UChicago astrophysicists consider the possibilities
In Q&A, experts unpack new evidence that hints at the true nature of dark energy
Ceremony marks opening of two science research institutes in Chicago
UChicago partners on new initiatives to advance innovation in biology and astrophysics
Deep beneath the French Alps, scientists hunt for dark matter
UChicago scientists probe the nature of mysterious ‘hidden-sector’ dark matter in DAMIC-M experiment
Scientists rule out an Earth-like atmosphere for nearby exoplanet TRAPPIST-1 d
Webb telescope helps scientists narrow down the search for “Earth twin” planets
Was Mars doomed to be a desert? Study proposes new explanation
UChicago-led analysis of Mars Science Laboratory Curiosity rover data may explain why planet was likely harsh desert for most of recent past
Latest data from South Pole Telescope signals ‘new era’ for measuring the first light in the universe
Study of the cosmic microwave background adds new depth to our understanding of universe