cosmic rays

Cosmic rays from exploding stars affecting Earth's climate: Study

The study showed that high-energy particles from exploded stars knock electrons out of air molecules. This produces ions -- positive and negative molecules in the atmosphere.

Dec 20, 2017, 18:44 PM IST

Ultra-high energy cosmic rays come from outside our galaxy

Cosmic rays are atomic nuclei that travel through space at speeds close to that of light.

Sep 23, 2017, 16:05 PM IST

Doing it all for cosmic rays -NASA to extend search by launching giant balloon

The super pressure balloon (SPB) test flight is set to be launched from Wanaka Airport in New Zealand, on a potential 100-day journey.

Apr 07, 2017, 14:08 PM IST

China to build high altitude observatory

China will invest more than one billion yuan (about $157 million) to build a high altitude observatory to monitor cosmic rays, authorities said on Friday.

Sep 11, 2015, 12:50 PM IST