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Astrophysicists Uncover Extreme Cosmic Explosions Near Black Holes

6/5/2025

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Astronomers at the University of Hawai’i have unveiled a groundbreaking discovery: extreme nuclear transients (ENTs). These extraordinary cosmic explosions, triggered when massive stars near supermassive black holes, unleash an astonishing 25 times more energy than supernovae and can persist for years. ENTs offer a thrilling glimpse into the mysteries of black hole growth and the evolution of our universe.

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Astronomers at the University of Hawai’i have unveiled a groundbreaking discovery: extreme nuclear transients (ENTs). These extraordinary cosmic explosions, triggered when massive stars near supermassive black holes, unleash an astonishing 25 times more energy than supernovae and can persist for years. ENTs offer a thrilling glimpse into the mysteries of black hole growth and the evolution of our universe.