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astronomy

[uh-stron-uh-mee] / əˈstrɒn ə mi /


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The site has evidence of every stage of the history of radio astronomy, from its emergence as a new science in the 1940s through to the present day.

From BBC Sep. 1, 2026

Jodrell Bank had a pioneering role in the development of radio astronomy.

From BBC Sep. 1, 2026

The Templo Mayor Museum, which displays artifacts found at the site, reveals their genius for engineering, herbal medicine and astronomy, as well as their artistic skills, including stone sculptures, exquisite ceramics and delicate jewelry.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 28, 2026

Tim Eifler, a professor of astronomy and physics, leads the working group responsible for interpreting Roman's cosmological observations.

From Science Daily Aug. 28, 2026

One evening he visited with Nat and Polly, and the talk turned to astronomy and Cadiz.

From "Carry On, Mr. Bowditch" by Jean Lee Latham



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