Recent discoveries by NASA’s Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy (SOFIA) have confirmed the presence of water ...

At the heart of the Milky Way lies a turbulent, densely packed environment known as the Central Molecular Zone, or CMZ. This region is rich with gas, dust, and massive star formation, making it one of ...

That program, designated the SOFIA Airborne Astronomy Ambassadors (AAA), included a STEM immersion experience with SOFIA staff and the observatory, plus subsequent education and outreach commitments.

Researcher: Maggie (Margaret) Thompson SOFIA: Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy A dramatic glimpse of the aftermath of a collision between two exoplanets is giving scientists a view of ...

The flying observatory "SOFIA" (Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy), a Boeing 747SP of NASA, stands on a parking position of Stuttgart Airport. Christoph Schmidt/dpa NASA head Sean ...

ABSTRACT The Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy (SOFIA) is a modified Boeing 747‐SP equipped with a 2.5 m telescope dedicated to astronomical research. Currently under joint development ...