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Galaxy Evolution Explorer (GALEX) view detail comment email this

Information about this "orbiting space telescope that will observe galaxies in ultraviolet light across 10 billion years of cosmic history." Features quick facts, images, a glossary, educational materials, and updates about this mission, which is a partnership between NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory and the California Institute of Technology (CalTech).
http://www.galex.caltech.edu
Topics: Astronomy, Geography, Science, Science, Social Issues
Last updated Sep 14, 2006


Galaxy Zoo view detail comment email this

This interactive project invites "members of the public to help [astronomers] make major new discoveries by taking part in a census of one million galaxies." Participants sort digital images into spiral and elliptical galaxies. Provides project background, a FAQ, a discussion board, and related material. Free registration required to participate in the project. From a team of scientists and web designers.
http://www.galaxyzoo.org/
Topics: Astronomy
Last updated Aug 6, 2007


SEDS Messier Database view detail comment email this

A guide to the 110 objects, nebulae, star clusters, and galaxies, recognized as the standard Messier catalog. French astronomer Charles Messier (1730-1817) identified "diffuse objects that were difficult to distinguish from comets through the telescopes of the day." His catalog "was one of the first major milestones in the history of the discovery of Deep Sky objects." Images and descriptions are included as well as constellation images that include Messier objects.
http://www.seds.org/messier/
Topics: Astronomy
Last updated Mar 11, 2006




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