The Vaonis Vespera Pro is one of the best smart telescopes around. It has an intuitive control system, excellent optics, produces stunning images and is easy to use. It always finds its target and ...

Amazon Prime Day in October is almost over, but these hot telescope deals are still active. There is something for everyone here, whether you are a beginner stargazer or a more seasoned astronomer.

Astrophotography has shifted from a niche pursuit to a mainstream hobby, and the telescope you choose now matters as much as the camera you bolt onto it. The best instruments balance sharp optics, ...

University of Iowa graduate research assistant Jacob Payne uses nitrogen to dry off a mirror at Van Allen Hall in Iowa City on Friday. Payne — with guidance from UI Physics and Astronomy Associate ...

Jacob Payne, a graduate student and research assistant at the University of Iowa’s Department of Physics and Astronomy, landed a NASA grant to build a small X-ray telescope that can assist with deep ...

Not too long ago the thought of having a capable home observatory in your own back garden seemed impossible, but now it is. You can see into the depths of the cosmos from the comfort of your own home.