Posts Tagged: Physics and Astronomy
‘Unexpected’ space traveller defies long-held theories about origin of Solar System
December 12, 2022
Western-led team confirms meteoroid from edge of Solar System made of rock, not ice, challenging long-held beliefs about how the Solar System was formed.
Global Meteor Network monitors the skies in search of celestial bodies
July 27, 2021
International project, led by Western’s Denis Vida, observes rare meteor showers and meteorite falls from across the globe.
STEAM big with Science Rendezvous @WesternU
May 7, 2019
Western University faculty, staff and students host the third annual Science Rendezvous @WesternU this weekend at TD Stadium. A national…
Asteroid impacts could create habitats for life, suggests Chicxulub crater study
November 17, 2016
Scientists studying the Chicxulub crater have shown how large asteroid impacts deform rocks in a way that may produce habitats…
Western offers safe viewing of rare Mercury transit
May 6, 2016
On June 5, 2012, citizens of Earth were presented with a very rare opportunity to witness a transit of Venus…
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