Meet the father of cosmology: Edwin Hubble, who revolutionised astronomy and expanded the universe | – Times of India

Meet the father of cosmology: Edwin Hubble, who revolutionised astronomy and expanded the universe | – Times of India

When you think of Hubble, the iconic Hubble Space Telescope likely comes to mind—a groundbreaking instrument that has revolutionised our understanding of the cosmos since its launch in 1990. Named after Edwin Hubble, one of the greatest astronomers of the 20th century, the telescope embodies his pioneering spirit and transformative contributions to astronomy.Born in 1889…

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The dark energy pushing our universe apart may not be what it seems, scientists say – Times of India

The dark energy pushing our universe apart may not be what it seems, scientists say – Times of India

The dark energy pushing our universe apart may not be what it seems, scientists say (Picture credit: AP) NEW YORK: Distant, ancient galaxies are giving scientists more hints that a mysterious force called dark energy may not be what they thought. Astronomers know that the universe is being pushed apart at an accelerating rate and…

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