How Far is M31?
, December, 2004. The distance to M31 (the Andromeda galaxy), translated into just about every unit of length you are likely to recognize, and several that you wont! • V838 monocerotis, April 2003. A brief introduction to the peculiar outburst variable star V838 Mon, first discovered in January 2002. Links to other webpages & research papers. • Cosmic Microwave Background, July 2002, updated February 2003 A brief introduction, what the microwave background is, and what it’s value is to the science of cosmology. Extensive links to other webpages, and bibliography of original sources. A good place, I hope, to start the journey of understanding the CMB. • What is the brightest star in the Milky Way? So which is the brightest star in out galaxy, really? I have tried to nail it down (and am still trying), and here are the fruits of my efforts so far. Come and find out if the Pistol star is really the brightest star in the Galaxy. • Is the Universe Younger than its Oldest Stars? Comments on
