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Astronomy & Space Feature Writer: Kelly Whitt

What do you want to see tonight? Find the planets, meteor showers, moon phases, globular clusters, galaxies and more.

Learn about the latest discoveries in astronomical research, read breaking space news, or revisit the basics of solar system science. Get information on any of the planets or constellations. Discover the best stargazing targets for binoculars. Or sit back, relax, and read some entertaining blogs.

Feel free to e-mail me any subjects you would like to see covered or post in the discussion forum.


Feature Writer Articles in Astronomy & Space

Most Distant Galaxies Seen in Infrared
An infrared portrait of a tiny bit of sky reveals hundreds of galaxies that date back to 600 to 900 million years after the Big Bang.
The Galaxy M87
Galaxy M87, also known as Virgo A, is a unique mass of stars that is part of the huge Virgo Cluster.
Stargazing Highlights for 2010
Find the best planetary apparitions, eclipses, and meteor showers for 2010.
Astronomy Gift Ideas for Beginners
A variety of products are available for astronomy lovers to get as presents for the holiday season or any special occasion.
Night Sky Guide for December 2009
The last month of 2009 ends with a bang as two meteor showers peak, two difficult planets temporarily become relatively easy targets, and winter officially begins.


Contributing Articles in Astronomy & Space

The Book of the Moon by Rick Stroud
Dubbed "a visually striking cornucopia of everything worth knowing about our closest neighbor in space," this book is a celebration of our relationship with the Moon.
The Once and Future Moon by Paul D. Spudis
Respected space scientist and lunar expert Paul S. Spudis provides a detailed and authoritative account of the moon's history, geology and structure.
Fun Facts About Saturn's Moons
The planet Saturn, surrounded by its famous rings, is also surrounded by some of the most unique moons in the Solar System.
Use Your Home Computer to Find Aliens
With seti@home, download the BOINC client and use your home computer's spare capacity to analyze data from the Arecibo radio telescope, to find signals from aliens.
Night Sky Events for December
The beginning of winter is approaching along with many sparkling stars and constellations. These night sky objects are well worth the colder weather and fun to observe.