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The end to a mystery?

Astronomers at St Andrews believe they can 'simplify the dark side of the Universe'.

Date
31 January 2008
Category
Research

Study of galaxy reveals ‘football-shaped’ bulge

Scientists at the University of St Andrews have carried out a new study of one of the oldest parts of the Galaxy. The collaboration between astronomers at St Andrews and UCLA (University of California Los Angeles) is the largest survey to date of the speed of stars within the 'Galactic bulge'.

Date
12 January 2007
Category
Research

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