The Kavli Institute for Astronomy and Astrophysics

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Supermassive Blackhole Found Hidden In Nearest Galaxy

Physicists find evidence for the long-speculated supermassive binary blackhole in Markarian 231 galaxy, advancing our understanding in the formation of galaxies.

Douglas Lin Wins 2015 Catherine Wolfe Bruce Gold Medal

Professor Douglas Lin has been awarded the 2015 Catherine Wolfe Bruce Gold Medal for his achievements in astronomy.

In the Lab

First Supermassive Black Hole Binary Found

Scientists from China and Germany have identified the first supermassive black hole binary.

EDITOR’S PICK

10 Years Of Celebrating Asia’s Researchers

Every year, Asian Scientist Magazine publishes Asian Scientist 100, a carefully curated list of the best and brightest researchers and leaders in SETM in Asia. This year we complete a decade of doing so.
Learning From Environmental Defenders

Drawing on traditional knowledge systems, environmental researchers and policymakers in Asia are working with indigenous communities to design better strategies for environmental conservation.
The Equalizers

Across Asia, people with disabilities are breaking physical and social barriers to STEM fields, opening the way for others.

Supermassive Blackhole Found Hidden In Nearest Galaxy

Douglas Lin Wins 2015 Catherine Wolfe Bruce Gold Medal

First Supermassive Black Hole Binary Found

EDITOR’S PICK

10 Years Of Celebrating Asia’s Researchers

Learning From Environmental Defenders

The Equalizers