Contrary to the grand old theory that Pluto is an inert mass made up of rock and ice water, data returned by NASA’s New Horizons mission hint that Pluto may well be geologically active. Geological activity on Pluto has been proposed to explain how its atmosphere remains flush with nitrogen despite the gas escaping in … Continue reading Pluto may be geologically active
Pluto
Editorial: Historic fly-by
The New Horizons became the first spacecraft to successfully fly by the dwarf planet Pluto, the last unexplored world in the Solar System. This it did after travelling a distance of nearly 5 billion kilometres since its launch in January 2006. The scientific treasure that has been returned since then by the baby grand piano-size … Continue reading Editorial: Historic fly-by
Key science developments to look forward to in 2015
The year 2015 is likely to see some key science developments. The one that most people are eagerly looking forward to is the development of an effective and efficacious Ebola vaccine and/or drug. In the early part of 2015, a few vaccine trials are set to begin and the results are expected by June. Several … Continue reading Key science developments to look forward to in 2015
Pluto’s demotion, science and superstition
Published in The Hindu on August 31, 2006 Pluto, we are sorry for you. Though Pluto may no longer find a place in science textbooks as the ninth planet in our solar system - scientists have shrunk the number of planets to eight - it will surely be one of the most hotly debated and … Continue reading Pluto’s demotion, science and superstition
Pluto may be geologically active
Published in The Hindu on August 16, 2015 Contrary to the grand old theory that Pluto is an inert mass made up of rock and ice water, data returned by NASA’s New Horizons mission hint that Pluto may well be geologically active. Geological activity on Pluto has been proposed to explain how its atmosphere remains … Continue reading Pluto may be geologically active
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