The Best of Our Knowledge explores topics on learning, education, and research.



Imagine seeing something brighter than 10 trillion suns… seems impossible.



Well, scientists have detected a black hole flare that achieved this rare unbelievable brightness.



This sighting opens up the possibility of there being more flares of this magnitude.



We will learn all about this supermassive black hole flare.

The Best of Our Knowledge explores topics on learning, education, and research. Imagine seeing something brighter than 10 trillion suns… seems impossible. Well, scientists have detected a black hole flare that achieved this rare unbelievable brightness. This sighting opens up the possibility of there being more flares of this magnitude. We will learn all about this supermassive black hole flare.

Supermassive black hole blast sets record for brightness

Every day, faculty members at schools and universities throughout the world are making discoveries that shape our ways of thinking and redefine our understanding of today's knowledge-driven society. Since 1990, The Best of Our Knowledge has highlighted breakthroughs across disciplines and across the globe, putting you in touch with the men and women at the forefront of their fields. Each week this program examines some of the issues unique to college campuses, looks at the latest research, and invites commentary from experts and administrators from all levels of education.

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