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In a world of constant information overload, we strive to be your reliable source for clear and accessible science. Explore the blog posts below to learn about the science that affects our everyday lives.

Check Out Our Featured Series on Measles

For over two decades, measles was a long-forgotten disease in the United States thanks to widespread vaccination and elimination of the virus from circulation.

Stargazing: April 22 Lyrids Meteor Shower

Wed., April 22 is the peak of the Lyrids. A waxing crescent moon will give little interference. Check out brilliant planet Jupiter just next to the Moon.

Stargazing: Yuri Gagarin Orbits Earth – Artemis II Orbits the Moon

Twelve astronauts have walked on the Moon, and four more are aiming once again to see the Moon as no human can witness from Earth.

Stargazing: The Cosmic “Easter Bunny”: Spotting Makemake at Opposition

Due to its discovery just after Easter in 2005, the dwarf planet was initially nicknamed “Easter Bunny” to honor the holiday.

Stargazing: Rising of Leo. Moon and Regulus conjunction

Leo the Lion rises in the east to claim its rule over springtime skies.

Stargazing: Vernal Equinox March 20 and planet gazing

The Vernal Equinox represents the moment when the Sun shines directly on the equator, and most of the world receives nearly equal amounts of day and night.

Stargazing: Pioneering Women of Astronomy

Throughout history, women have made extraordinary contributions to science. Caroline Herschel is one of three such trailblazers.

Stargazing: Full Moon and Partial Lunar Eclipse Pittsburgh

One of the easier astronomical events to observe is a lunar eclipse.

The Sun coming over the horizon of Earth as seen from outer space.

Astronomical Calendar & Star Chart Spring 2026

Top skygazing picks, spring planet visibilities, meteor showers, excitement, and space news.

Stargazing: John Glenn anniversary and The Overview Effect

It’s been 64 years since John Glenn’s historic flight in the Mercury program’s Friendship 7.

Stargazing: Mercury’s highest altitude and planet line up

Venus, Mercury, and Saturn visible in the Pittsburgh sky facing West at sunset.

Stargazing: Mystery of Pluto’s Heart

The dipped basin region, a result of an ancient collision, is currently thought to be the heartbeat of Pluto’s climate.

Stargazing: Orion and Messier 50, the Heart Shaped Cluster

Located in the faint stars of nearby Monoceros constellation, this distinctive heart-shaped cluster can be observed with the un-aided eye.

Ring Nebula, Veil Nebula, and Andromeda’s spiral arm

Stargazing: Hale Telescope at Mount Palomar First Light

For nearly 30 years, the Hale Telescope was the largest telescope in the world.

Stargazing: Pleiades

Tonight, the waxing gibbous Moon will cozy up to the stellar sisters, pairing the luminous Moon with the sparkling blue-white brilliance of the Pleiades.

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