Laser Wavefront-Correcting Device Gives LIGO 10x Boost to Spot Distant Gravitational Waves Gravitational waves, tiny ripples in spacetime caused by cosmic collisions like merging black holes, are among the most elusive and fascinating phenomena in the universe. Detecting these waves is no easy feat, requiring incredibly sensitive equipment and cutting-edge technology. The Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave […]
Largest ever black hole merger detected by LIGO-Virgo-KAGRA Collaboration
Largest Ever Black Hole Merger Detected by LIGO-Virgo-KAGRA Collaboration In a groundbreaking discovery, scientists from the LIGO-Virgo-KAGRA Collaboration have recently identified the largest black hole merger ever observed. This monumental finding has sent ripples of excitement through the scientific community and opened up new avenues for understanding the mysteries of our universe. The LIGO-Virgo-KAGRA Collaboration, […]
Charting the expansion of the Universe with gravitational waves
Charting the Expansion of the Universe with Gravitational Waves Ghent University is at the forefront of a groundbreaking exploration into how gravitational-wave observations are revolutionizing our comprehension of the cosmos. The study of gravitational waves has opened up a new era in astronomy, allowing scientists to observe the universe in ways previously deemed impossible. These […]