Fast radio bursts (FRBs) are like cosmic hiccups – powerful bursts of radio waves lasting milliseconds but millions of times brighter than the sun. They originate from faraway galaxies, challenging our understanding of the unseen and unheard universe. These mysterious signals pose a fascinating puzzle. We don't know where they come from, what triggers them, or if they happen again. But new telescopes and advanced computer algorithms are helping scientists piece together the clues. Studying FRBs could unlock secrets about the most violent events in the cosmos – colliding neutron stars, supermassive black holes, or even entirely new phenomena. They're a window into the unseen universe, offering insights into the universe's extreme and energetic side.weiterlesen