Staging Areas for Mars: Phobos and Deimos
- 28 September 2019
Could Mars’ two moons Phobos and Deimos one day serve as staging ares for astronauts visiting the planet? Read on to learn more about Phobos and Deimos.
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Thank you for visiting the Online Star Register Blog. Here we share the latest news with you about the OSR gifts, our apps and about what we love most: the universe and the stars!
Astronaut Spotlight- Dr. Serena Auñón-Chancellor
- 21 September 2019
Dr. Serena Auñón-Chancellor is a doctor that became an astronaut. Read on to learn more about her mission in space.
Read the full articleComet C/2019 Q4 From Another Solar System?
- 21 September 2019
Another mysterious comet has flown into our galaxy. Where did it come from? Read on to find out what astronomers know so far about C/2019 Q4.
Read the full articleBaby names from the stars – part 1
- 18 September 2019
Expecting a baby? Congratulations! Where some people immediately have a name in mind, others doubt as to what could be the most suitable name. For expectant parents looking for inspiration we have prepared a list of baby names based on various phenomena in the universe.
Read the full articleBaby names from the stars – part 2
- 18 September 2019
In part 2 of our baby name overview, we’re going to look at baby names derived from the universe. Are you still not sure on what to name your baby? For heavenly inspiration, read our suggestions for baby names derived from the sun, moon, planets and other phenomena taking place in the universe.
Read the full articleAstronomy Bots Look For Planets
- 15 September 2019
Astronomy bots are looking for stars that have large planets near them. Read on to learn more about finding nearby stars with planets.
Read the full articleAvalanches on Mars
- 15 September 2019
Avalanches can occur when a snow load is so great that it can no longer hang onto the side of a mountain. Can avalanches happen on Mars? Read on to learn more about avalanches in space.
Read the full articleMysterious Sounds From Space
- 7 September 2019
Does sound exist in space? What tools do scientists need to listen to space? Read on to learn more about mysterious space sounds.
Read the full articleGerms on Lunar Material from Apollo 11?
- 7 September 2019
On July 24, 1969, Apollo 11 returned to Earth. Did the astronauts return with germs from space? Read on to learn more about Apollo 11 Germ tests.
Read the full articleEnlighten yourself with the FREE OSR Constellation Factsheet
- 3 September 2019
The Online Star Register offers a FREE constellation factsheet with the purchase of the OSR Gift Pack and Online Star Gift. This sheet is available for download and has all the information you need to know about the constellation your star is named in. Impress the recipient with your extensive knowledge about their chosen constellation!
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