High-energy particles called galactic cosmic rays (GCRs) bombard unprotected objects in space, often causing damage. Earth, ...

A research paper described a region between Earth and the Moon where cosmic rays are deflected by our planet's magnetic field ...

Magnetic fields that stretch across thousands of light-years should take a very long time to organize. Standard dynamo theory ...

A major defense against everything space throws at us, Earth’s magnetic field may even protect the moon from damaging ...

A new study using data from China's Chang'e-4 moon lander found an area of reduced radiation from cosmic rays near the moon.

A view of the center of our galaxy shows the Sagittarius C (Sgr C) region, where cold dust (magenta) and warmer gas and dust (cyan) surround a cluster of massive stars. The stars generate high-speed ...

Astronomers produced the most detailed map yet of a galactic bone's magnetic field. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Astronomers ...

Susan Clark is helping to unravel the mysterious workings of the Milky Way’s magnetic field, a critical missing piece of the galactic puzzle. Amid the roilings of the Milky Way, immense pockets of gas ...