List of nearest Black holes

Research in Black holes

Browse the latest scientific studies on stars and exoplanets in our galaxy. Stellar Catalog provides access to scientific data from astrophysics and stellar or planetary astronomy. It's a resource for anyone interested in the newest discoveries about what lies beyond our solar system.

Latest discoveries

	TOI 2796 1149 ly			Three body Simulations of a Primordial Black Hole Encounter with the TOI 2796 System 7. 7. 2026
	Gaia BH1 1561 ly			A Sun-like star orbiting a black hole 14. 9. 2022 (accepted)
	Gaia BH1 1561 ly			A fast-rising tidal disruption event from a candidate intermediate-mass black hole 31. 8. 2022 (accepted)
	Gaia BH1 1561 ly			GLEAM-X J16279.5-523504.3 as a White Dwarf Pulsar 16. 3. 2022 (accepted)
	Gaia BH1 1561 ly			The emergence of a new source of X-rays from the binary neutron star merger GW170817 5. 3. 2022 (accepted)

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Frequently Asked Questions about nearby stars

What is the nearest star?

Nearest star is Proxima Centauri, located approximately 4.24 light-years (1.30 parsecs) from the Sun. It is part of the Alpha Centauri star system, which also includes Alpha Centauri A and Alpha Centauri B.

What are the nearest stars to Earth?

Nearest stars to Earth include the Alpha Centauri system (Alpha Centauri A, Alpha Centauri B, and Proxima Centauri), Barnard's Star, and Wolf 359. There are also brown dwarfs Luhman 16 and WISE 0855−0714.

What is the solar neighborhood?

Solar neighborhood (also Local Interstellar Cloud) is the region of interstellar space that surrounds the Sun with diameter about 15 light years. Stellar Catalog database includes all stars contained within this region.

How do astronomers measure distances to stars?

Astronomers use methods like parallax, standard candles, and redshift to measure distances to stars. Parallax is especially useful for nearby stars in our solar neighborhood, while other techniques help map the universe beyond.

Are there any exoplanets orbiting the nearest stars?

Yes, several exoplanets have been discovered orbiting the nearest stars. For example, Proxima Centauri has an exoplanet called Proxima Centauri b, which is located in the star's habitable zone and is the closest known exoplanet to Earth.

Why are the nearest stars important for astronomy and physics?

The nearest stars provide valuable laboratories for studying stellar evolution, space environments, and the fundamental physics of stars. Observing these stars helps astronomers understand the structure of our galaxy and the broader universe.

StellarGuide: Stars

Stars

Stars are enormous spheres of hot gas that shine by generating energy through nuclear fusion in their cores. Most stars are made primarily of hydrogen and helium. In the center of a star, intense pressure and temperature cause hydrogen atoms to fuse into helium, releasing a tremendous amount of energy as light and heat.

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