#astronomy news

Vast bubble of galaxies discovered 820 million lightyears away, given Hawaiian name

Astronomers from the University of Hawaiʻi have unexpectedly discovered an immense bubble of galaxies, named “Hoʻoleilana,” thought to be a fossil-like remnant from the birth of the universe.

Maunakea Astronomers Catch Rare Star Eclipse

Scientists say the sighting provides a critical link in understanding star and planet formation.

Haleakalā Telescope Images Create World’s Largest Digital Sky Survey

The Pan-STARRS project at the University of Hawaii Institute for Astronomy is publicly releasing the world’s largest digital sky survey today compiled using the 1.8 meter telescope atop the summit of Haleakalā on Maui.