What’s happening on… social media?

Here’s the latest from some of our favourite accounts…

“For the first time, scientists saw a gammaray burst caused by neutron stars colliding & saw the gravity wave”

@Nasagoddard

“we’re proud to announce that New scientist Live attracted 30,459 visitors. we’re doing it all again next year! save the date 20-23 september”

@newscilive

“i’ve made a film about being different, how it’s sometimes difficult and sometimes brilliant, not just about what i can’t do but what i can”

@Chrisgpackham

“i love being in the sahara desert. i’m pleased it’s come to visit me for a change. #redsky #saharadust”

@dallascampbell

“FYI: A cow can jump over the moon if she aims where the moon will be in three days, then leaps at about 25,000 miles per hour”

@neiltyson

“one of the coolest things to do in space? watching Star Wars...half expected to see a tie fighter out the cupola! ”

@astro_timpeake