The National Institutes of Natural Sciences (NINS) in Japan is a collaborative network of research institutes focused on advancing the field of natural sciences. Established in 2004, NINS integrates five research entities specializing in different areas: the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan, the National Institute for Fusion Science, the National Institute for Basic Biology, the National Institute for Physiological Sciences, and the Institute for Molecular Science. This unique structure facilitates interdisciplinary research and education, aiming to foster significant scientific discoveries and technological advancements. Through collaboration, NINS strives to contribute to scientific knowledge in fields ranging from space science and molecular chemistry to biological and physiological research.
A newly discovered cloud of magnetized plasma, called the Flying Fox, located in the Hydra galaxy cluster, challenges existing astronomical classifications due to its unique…
Researchers discovered four mini-Neptunes with volatile-rich compositions around red dwarfs, using both space and ground-based telescopes. Researchers discovered mini-Neptunes[1] around four red dwarfs[2], which are…
The Institute for Molecular Science has launched a Commercialization Preparatory Platform, in collaboration with 10 industry partners, to accelerate the development of “cold (neutral) atom”…
Recent findings of a Venus-like planet, Gliese 12 b, enhance our search for life-supporting planets, providing a closer look at potential “evil twins” of Earth….
Japan’s UVSOR Facility unveils the first dual-beamline photoelectron momentum microscope, enhancing the study of electron behaviors in materials and advancing materials science. The world’s first…
New research identifies ONe novae as key sources of phosphorus, essential for life, with peak production aligning with the early Solar System. Astronomers have proposed…
ALMA’s observation of NGC 253 reveals significant molecular diversity and star formation, enhancing our knowledge of galactic processes. The ALMA radio telescope has detected more…
New findings from the James Webb Space Telescope reveal a surprising abundance of oxygen in the early Universe. Researchers discovered that oxygen levels in galaxies…
Space researchers found that extremely red objects (EROs) in James Webb Space Telescope data resemble Subaru Telescope’s BluDOGs, challenging previous assumptions and underscoring the complexities…
Recent advancements in astrophysics have led to groundbreaking observations of the gas flows surrounding supermassive black holes. These observations, conducted at a remarkably detailed light-year…
Astronomers have gotten very good at spotting the signs of planet formation around stars. However, to fully grasp planet formation, it’s crucial to examine cases…
A new study reveals that the star S0-6, located near the Milky Way’s central black hole, originated from an external galaxy, reshaping our understanding of…
Recent research has demonstrated that the supermassive black hole at the center of a galaxy can significantly influence the chemical composition of the host galaxy….
New research has improved the accuracy of the parameters governing the expansion of the Universe. More accurate parameters will help astronomers determine how the Universe…
Researchers confirm the spin of the M87 galaxy’s supermassive black hole by observing the wobble in its jet, using two decades of data from global…
Astronomers have, for the first time, detected radio waves from a Type Ia supernova, uncovering new clues about white dwarf explosions and their helium-rich environments….
Astronomers have mapped 39 interstellar clouds where high-mass stars are expected to form. This extensive data indicates that our current understanding of low-mass star creation…
Scientists using the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA) have identified the sites of star formation and a possible site of star death in a galaxy…