Stellar Evolution Depends on Where Supernovae Occur

January 12, 2026 Universe Today

Stellar Evolution Depends on Where Supernovae Occur
By Brian Koberlein (https://ift.tt/ou41F0I)

New research suggests that the highlighted Wolf-Rayet star may explode as a supernova within a million years. Credit: NSF/AUI/NSF NRAO/B. Saxton

Supernovae play a crucial role in the formation and evolution of new stars. But where they occur is nearly as important as when. A new study looks at where supernovae will occur in the Andromeda Galaxy, which will help astronomers understand the role of supernovae in more detail.

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