Supernovae are massive exploding stars. When the explosion occurs, the resulting illumination can be as bright as an entire galaxy! What causes these stars to explode? Could our sun become a supernova? Find out in this section.

What equipment is needed for observing faint supernovae? Where is the best place to search for supernovae? How do I know if I found one? How do I report a find?

Is there an organization whose members are dedicated to discovering and reporting supernovae? You bet! Find out about the SunSEARCH program in this section.

Just how many supernovae has Mr. Galaxy discovered? What are their names and what do they look like?

Who is Mr. Galaxy and how did he get that name? What is his background and what are his accomplishments? What other activities is he involved with? How can I contact Mr. Galaxy?

Where can I find out more about supernovae? What are some of the other web sites relating to supernovae?

 Mr. Galaxy’s Supernova Discoveries (PDF, 586 KB)

"You are made of atoms that were created in supernovas." – Robert Kirshner, Harvard astronomer

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