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Join host Stuart Gary for weekly explorations into Astronomy, Space, and Science News, featuring insights from 19 years on Australian Public Radio and industry experts.

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  • Phosphine Mysteries and Lunar Returns: Unveiling Secrets of Wolf 1130C and the Moon
    Nov 8 2025
    In this episode of SpaceTime, we explore remarkable discoveries and hypotheses that could redefine our understanding of planetary atmospheres and our journey back to the Moon.
    Phosphine Discovery in Brian Dwarf Wolf 1130C
    For the first time, astronomers have detected phosphine in the atmosphere of the brown dwarf Wolf 1130C, raising intriguing questions about its presence and the chemistry of such celestial bodies. This discovery, reported in the journal Science, highlights the significance of phosphorus as a potential biosignature for life and challenges previous theories regarding the abundance of phosphine in other brown dwarfs and gas giants. The episode delves into the implications of this finding and what it means for our understanding of phosphorus chemistry in the universe.
    A New Hypothesis for Planetary Water Formation
    A groundbreaking hypothesis suggests that some planets may produce water during their formation through reactions between rocks and hydrogen under extreme pressure. This new perspective, discussed in the journal Nature, could explain the presence of liquid water on exoplanets located close to their host stars, challenging traditional views of water's origins. The episode examines the laboratory experiments that led to this hypothesis and its potential impact on our understanding of planetary habitability.
    Preparing for Humanity's Return to the Moon
    As NASA gears up for the Artemis 2 mission, which aims to send humans around the Moon, we discuss the significance of returning to the lunar south pole. This area is believed to contain more water than any other region on the Moon, making it a crucial target for future exploration. The episode highlights the advancements in technology and international collaboration that will pave the way for a sustained human presence on the Moon, furthering our exploration of the solar system.
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    ✍️ Episode References
    Science
    https://www.sciencemag.org/
    Nature
    https://www.nature.com/
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    Phosphine Discovery in Brian Dwarf Wolf 1130C
    A New Hypothesis for Planetary Water Formation
    Preparing for Humanity's Return to the Moon
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    23 m
  • Stellar Giants and Cosmic Mysteries: The Most Massive Black Hole Merger Yet
    Nov 5 2025
    In this episode of SpaceTime, we dive into groundbreaking astronomical discoveries that challenge our understanding of the universe.
    The Most Massive Stellar Black Hole Merger Ever Observed
    Astronomers have detected the most massive stellar black hole merger to date, cataloged as GW23 1123, which resulted in a black hole with a staggering mass of 225 times that of our Sun. This episode discusses the implications of this merger, observed by the LIGO Virgo Collaboration, and how it pushes the boundaries of current theories on black hole formation. The rapid spinning of the resulting black hole raises intriguing questions about the processes that lead to such massive objects in the cosmos.
    Unraveling the Mystery of Dark Matter
    Can radio telescopes and NASA's IMAP mission provide answers to the enigma of dark matter? New research suggests that during the cosmic dark ages, dark matter clumped together, pulling in hydrogen gas that emitted powerful radio waves. This segment explores how these signals could potentially illuminate the properties of dark matter, which remains one of the biggest mysteries in astrophysics.
    Navigating the Heliosphere with IMAP
    NASA's Interstellar Mapping and Acceleration Probe (IMAP) is on a mission to study the heliosphere, the protective bubble created by the solar wind. As it travels towards its operational position, IMAP will provide unprecedented insights into the interactions between the solar wind and interstellar space, enhancing our understanding of space weather and its effects on our planet and future space exploration.
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    ✍️ Episode References
    Nature Astronomy
    https://www.nature.com/natureastronomy/
    Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences
    https://www.pnas.org/
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    The Most Massive Stellar Black Hole Merger Ever Observed
    Unraveling the Mystery of Dark Matter
    Navigating the Heliosphere with IMAP
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    30 m
  • Interstellar Comet 3I Atlas and Hidden Ice: Unraveling Mysteries of Water and Galaxies
    Nov 4 2025
    In this episode of SpaceTime, we explore a trio of intriguing astronomical phenomena that are reshaping our understanding of the cosmos.
    Interstellar Comet 3I Atlas: A Close Encounter
    Interstellar comet 3I Atlas has reached its perihelion, passing closest to the Sun without any signs of alien life forms, despite wild media speculation. This episode discusses how the comet maintained its expected trajectory and velocity, while also revealing groundbreaking findings from NASA's Swift Space Telescope, which detected ultraviolet signatures of water from the comet, providing new insights into the chemistry of interstellar objects and their potential to harbour the building blocks of life.
    A Colossal Gas Bridge Between Dwarf Galaxies
    Astronomers have discovered a massive bridge of neutral hydrogen gas linking two dwarf galaxies, NGC 4532 and DDO 137, located approximately 53 million light years away. This remarkable structure spans an astonishing 185,000 light years and is accompanied by a vast tail of gas extending 1 million light years. The findings shed light on how galaxies interact and evolve, particularly in dense environments like the Virgo Cluster, and offer crucial insights into the dynamics of galactic gas and star formation.
    Volcanic Eruptions and Hidden Ice on Mars
    A new study suggests that explosive volcanic eruptions on ancient Mars may have transported water ice to the equatorial regions of the Red Planet. Using computer modelling, researchers propose that water vapour released during these eruptions could have frozen in the Martian atmosphere, leading to the accumulation of significant ice deposits. This discovery could have profound implications for future human exploration of Mars, as it raises questions about the availability of water resources in unexpected locations.
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    ✍️ Episode References
    Astrophysical Journal Letters
    https://iopscience.iop.org/journal/2041-8205
    Nature Communications
    https://www.nature.com/naturecommunications/
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    Interstellar Comet 3I Atlas: A Close Encounter
    A Colossal Gas Bridge Between Dwarf Galaxies
    Volcanic Eruptions and Hidden Ice on Mars
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    25 m
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