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The solar eclipse on August 12 will allow researchers to test their understanding of the solar corona using observational data from ESA’s Solar Orbiter.  more

Only the world’s largest solar telescope and complex computer simulations were able to make the vortices visible. They are changing our understanding of the Sun. more

The Sunrise III mission offers a completely new view of the Sun. First results have now been published. more

For 24 years, the “Solar System School” has been offering a unique graduate program for doctoral students. Today, the 250th graduate successfully defended her dissertation. more

The Indian scientist studies the Sun’s atmosphere in close collaboration with the MPS. more

The project INSIDE will use newly discovered solar oscillations to reveal the Sun's hidden magnetic field and uncover how the solar dynamo works. more

Eight Max Planck Society scientists have been awarded Advanced Grants from the European Research Council (ERC) in its latest funding cycle, each receiving up to €2.5 million for a period of five years to conduct their research projects. more