Simulations reveal that Jupiter’s rapid growth disrupted the early solar system, creating rings where new planetesimals ...

There are no confirmed exomoons, moons orbiting distant exoplanets in other solar systems. There are a few candidates, but ...

The first map of magnetic fields in a planetary formation disk has been created, revealing how invisible forces shape the ...

As telescopes have become more powerful, it’s turned out our solar system is not the only game in town: There are millions of ...

While its star projector leaves a lot to be desired, the Science Can Solar System Planetary Projector is a fantastic educational tool for kids, with its solar system model, complete with talking ...

Astronomers have revealed that the real center of our solar system isn't the sun. Gravity is playing a part in everything. The barycenter is the center.

If you've ever wondered why we are here, then you can thank Jupiter for part of the answer. A new study from Rice University ...

At a young age, we're told how the sun warms Earth and makes life possible. That idea sticks with most of us for life. But ...