'Origins: Cosmos, Earth and Humanity’ is a classic work in the Big History movement. Discover how it outlines the evolution of the Universe and its meaning for our lives together. (5:00 min read)
Tag: Universe
Age of the Universe Challenged Again
The age of the Universe is crucial in cosmology. Find out how a new study casts doubt on the conventional wisdom concerning when the Big Bang took place. (4:30 min read)
Three Black Holes Colliding in Galaxy’s Core
Three black holes were discovered in the core of the nearby galaxy NGC 6240 by scientists at the University of Gottingen. Find out how they did it, and what it means for our understanding of the story of our universe. (3:30 min read)
The 5 Big Questions We Need Cosmology to Answer
Cosmologist Adam Frank lists 5 big questions that cosmology needs to answer. Find out what they are and what the current state of thinking is on them.
Not All Black Holes Emerge From Collapsed Stars
Learn how researchers at the University of Western Ontario have discovered a new explanation for the formation of Supermassive Black Holes
Are Supermassive Black Holes Collapsed Stars?
Learn how researchers at the University of Western Ontario have discovered a new explanation for the formation of Supermassive Black Holes
Where Do Heavy Metals Come From? (Not Ozzy Osborne!)
Learn what researchers have discovered about the origins of the heavy chemical elements thoughout the universe and here on earth.