
Ivan Paul
Ivan is a freelance science writer based in the UK. He enjoys covering a variety of topics within science, and holds a PhD in medicinal chemistry.
Latest articles by Ivan Paul

James Webb telescope measures the starlight around the universe's biggest, oldest black holes for 1st time ever
By Ivan Paul published
Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope have separated the light of a quasar from the light of its surrounding stars, offering unprecedented insight into how the universe's oldest black holes grew.

Can we refuel 'dead' satellites in space? Bold new missions aim to try.
By Ivan Paul published
When a satellite runs out of fuel, it becomes little more than space junk. Now, space agencies and private companies want to change that. Here's how scientists plan to refuel satellites — in orbit.

Scientists have a new way to find oceans — and possible alien life — on distant planets
By Ivan Paul published
Scientists have proposed a new technique to help researchers identify oceans on exoplanets — a key step to finding life outside our planet.

Humans are changing the moon's surface so much it's entered a new geological era, scientists say
By Ivan Paul published
Researchers hope their proposal of declaring a new geological era on the moon — the Lunar Anthropocene — will encourage discussion around human impact and help preserve important cultural artifacts such as footprints and rover tracks.
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