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SpaceTime: Your Guide to Space & Astronomy

SpaceTime: Your Guide to Space & Astronomy

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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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  • Solar Flare Frenzy: Earth's Brush with the Biggest Geomagnetic Storm in 20 Years

    Solar Flare Frenzy: Earth's Brush with the Biggest Geomagnetic Storm in 20 Years
    May 21 2025
    This episode of SpaceTime explores the recent surge in solar activity, including the largest solar flare of the year and the most intense geomagnetic storm in two decades.Massive Solar Flare and Its Implications
    We delve into the details of a powerful X 2.7 class solar flare that erupted from a newly active sunspot region, AR14087. Although the flare was not initially directed towards Earth, its rotation has now positioned it directly in our path. We discuss the mechanics of solar flares, their classification, and the potential impacts of such events on our planet, including disruptions to communication systems, satellite operations, and even power grids.The Gannon Storm: A Historic Geomagnetic Event
    The episode highlights the Gannon Storm, a severe geomagnetic storm that struck Earth on May 10, 2024. Coinciding with a space weather exercise, this event caused significant disruptions, including high voltage power line failures and rerouted flights due to radiation exposure. We analyze its effects on the atmosphere, satellites, and even the ionosphere, revealing insights into how such storms can impact modern technology.Ancient Solar Storms and Their Modern Implications
    In a fascinating segment, we discuss a groundbreaking study that identifies the strongest solar storm ever recorded, dating back to 12350 BCE. This ancient event, significantly more intense than any modern storm, provides invaluable data for understanding solar activity and its potential risks to contemporary infrastructure.Science Robert: Long Work Hours and Brain Changes
    We also touch on a new study revealing how long working hours could alter brain structures, potentially affecting memory and emotional regulation.Join us as we unpack these cosmic phenomena and their implications for life on Earth and beyond.
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    ✍️ Episode References
    Journal of Occupational Environmental Medicine
    https://journals.lww.com/joem/Pages/default.aspx
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    00:00 Solar flares are powerful blasts of energy erupting from sunspots
    10:30 May 2024 was the biggest geomagnetic storm in over 20 years
    14:29 New study reveals strongest solar event ever recorded, rewriting science on space weather
    18:23 A new study claims people who work long hours could have altered brain structures
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  • Eris Rocket Launch Delays, Venus's Tectonic Secrets, and Scotland's Billion-Year-Old Impact

    Eris Rocket Launch Delays, Venus's Tectonic Secrets, and Scotland's Billion-Year-Old Impact
    May 19 2025
    This episode of SpaceTime covers a range of exciting topics, including the delayed launch of Gilmour Space's Eris rocket, groundbreaking discoveries on Venus, and a billion-year-old asteroid impact in Scotland that raises new questions about the evolution of life on Earth.
    Eris Rocket Launch Delayed
    Gilmour Space has postponed the maiden launch of its Eris orbital rocket due to technical issues encountered during pre-flight checks. The rocket, designed to carry small satellite payloads, will now face a delay of at least three weeks as the company investigates the unexpected deployment of the launch vehicle's nosecone fairings. We discuss the implications of this delay and what it means for future commercial launches.
    Tectonic Activity on Venus
    In a fascinating discovery, scientists have identified possible tectonic activity on Venus, based on data from NASA's Magellan mission. Researchers found evidence of unique geological features known as coronae, which may indicate ongoing deformation of the planet's surface due to molten material from below. This research not only enhances our understanding of Venus but also offers insights into Earth's geological history.
    Ancient Asteroid Impact in Scotland
    A recent study has revealed that a massive asteroid impact in Scotland occurred 990 million years ago, much later than previously thought. This discovery, based on dating tiny zircon crystals, suggests a connection between this impact event and the emergence of early freshwater eukaryotes on land. We delve into the implications of this revised timeline for our understanding of life on Earth and the environmental changes triggered by such impacts.
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    ✍️ Episode References
    Science Advances
    https://www.science.org/journal/sciadv
    Journal of Geology
    https://www.geosociety.org/publications/gsa/geo.asp
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    00:00 This is Space Time Series 28, Episode 60 for broadcast on 19 May 2025
    00:54 Gilmour Space's Eris rocket launch delayed
    10:15 Possible tectonic activity discovered on Venus
    18:45 Billion-year-old asteroid impact in Scotland raises questions about early life on Earth
    25:00 Science report: Unexplained communications equipment found in Chinese-made solar panel inverters
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    30 m
  • Decoding Martian Life Clues, The Odd Behavior of Ophi Stars, and NASA's Artemis 2 Progress

    Decoding Martian Life Clues, The Odd Behavior of Ophi Stars, and NASA's Artemis 2 Progress
    May 16 2025
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    This episode of SpaceTime dives deep into the intriguing findings from Mars, the peculiar behavior of a family of stars, and the latest developments in NASA's Artemis program.
    Possible Martian Biosignatures
    Scientists are captivated by the potential detection of biosignatures in a rock sample named Chayava Falls, collected by NASA's Perseverance rover. This rock, filled with unique chemical signatures, raises questions about the possibility of ancient microbial life on Mars. The analysis reveals organic compounds and distinctive structures, prompting further investigation to determine their origins and implications for past life on the Red Planet.
    Strange Stellar Family
    In an unexpected discovery, astronomers have identified a cluster of over a thousand young stars, named Ophion, that are behaving in a chaotic manner, rapidly dispersing instead of forming stable groups. This unusual behavior challenges existing theories about star formation and raises questions about the influences of nearby massive stellar groups and past supernovae on their movement.
    Artemis 2 Orion Capsule Delivered
    The Orion capsule designated for NASA's Artemis 2 mission has officially been handed over to NASA after final assembly and testing. This advanced spacecraft is set to carry a crew of four on a mission to orbit the Moon, marking a significant step towards future lunar exploration. We discuss the enhancements made to Orion since Artemis 1 and the preparations for its upcoming launch.
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    ✍️ Episode References
    Astrophysical Journal
    https://iopscience.iop.org/journal/0004-637X
    NASA Perseverance Rover
    https://mars.nasa.gov/mars2020/
    NASA Artemis Program
    https://www.nasa.gov/artemis
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    00:00 This is Space Time Series 28, Episode 59 for broadcast on 16 May 2025
    00:54 Possible biosignatures detected on Mars
    12:15 The unusual behavior of the Ophion star cluster
    20:30 Artemis 2 Orion capsule delivered to NASA for preparations
    25:00 Science report: Technology use around children and its effects on health
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    23 m
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