The Synthesis of "quasars"

Discover quasars, the incredibly luminous hearts of distant galaxies powered by supermassive black holes. Learn why they are key to understanding the early universe.

Discover the Active Galactic Nucleus (AGN), a super-luminous region at a galaxy's heart, powered by a feeding supermassive black hole.

Discover accretion disks, the swirling cosmic structures of gas and dust that power black holes and give birth to stars. Learn why they are key.

What does 'extragalactic' mean? Explore the science of everything that exists beyond the Milky Way, from nearby galaxies to distant quasars.

Discover the Einstein ring, a stunning cosmic mirage created by gravitational lensing, where a massive object bends light from a distant source.

What is a galaxy? Discover these vast cosmic islands of stars, gas, and dark matter held together by gravity. Explore our own Milky Way and beyond.

Discover our home, the Milky Way. Learn about the barred spiral galaxy containing our solar system, billions of stars, and a central black hole.

Discover irregular galaxies, the cosmic mavericks with no defined shape. Learn why these unique structures are vital for understanding star formation.

Discover barred spiral galaxies, a common galaxy type featuring a central bar of stars. Learn how this structure, like our own Milky Way's, impacts star formation.

Discover elliptical galaxies, the smooth, oval-shaped star cities that hold clues to the universe's history and evolution. Learn why they matter.