Thousands of ‘Alien’ Space Radio Signals Reach Earth

Canadian astronomers have reported that they have detected thousands of signals coming from deep space, with 50 of them coming from repeating sources.

These signals, technically known as fast radio bursts (FRBs), are one of the biggest mysteries in astronomy. The Canadian Hydrogen Intensity Mapping Experiment has recently reported detecting 25 new repeating sources of FRBs from the depths of the universe.

To receive these signals, the project uses a powerful radio telescope located in British Columbia. While most FRBs are only detected once, there is a small subset that has been observed to occur multiple times.

Astronomers are still trying to figure out if these repeating FRBs and those that do not repeat have the same origins.

The collaboration of CHIME/FRB has confirmed that these FRBs come from outside of the Milky Way galaxy.

The discovery of these deep space radio signals raises the possibility of alien contact from another world, but further investigation and research are needed to confirm this theory.

Astronomers have discovered 25 new repeating sources of fast radio bursts (FRBs), using the CHIME telescope at our DRAO site. FRBs are linked to the remnants of explosive stellar deaths & can help study the late stages of a star’s life. https://t.co/6YoPaolGuV #NRCAstronomy pic.twitter.com/OEbhAJiTNO

— NRC Canada (@NRC_CNRC) April 27, 2023

‘Not random signals’

Newly published research reveals that some of the mysterious fast radio bursts (FRBs) are not just random signals, according to Dr. Ziggy Pleunis, the author of the study.

Dr. Pleunis stated that they can now accurately determine the likelihood of two or more bursts originating from similar locations being a coincidence.

The development of the CHIME telescope has enabled top researchers to intercept a greater number of FRBs, from just a few to tens of thousands in recent years.

Moreover, this telescope, which can scan the northern sky every day, has an edge over other telescopes in the discovery of FRBs, according to researchers.

The repeating sources of FRBs offer a unique advantage to astronomers as they can be observed and studied in greater detail.

Importance of repeating sources of FRBs for researchers

Repeating sources of fast radio bursts (FRBs) are incredibly valuable to astronomers for two reasons. Firstly, the fact that a source repeats allows for more detailed observation with other telescopes. Secondly, the occurrence of multiple bursts provides more information on the different types of emissions that a source can produce.

Moreover, Dr. Pleunis explained that FRBs are likely produced by the remains of exploding stars. By studying repeating sources in greater detail, astronomers can better understand the environments in which these explosions occur and learn more about the final stages of a star’s life.

The use of the powerful CHIME telescope and the intelligence behind it has already led to a significant breakthrough. Researcher Adaeze Ibik has expressed excitement about the multiple flashes seen from the same locations, as it allows for a detailed investigation into their nature.

Additionally, Adaeze Ibik also said that the team has been able to focus on some of these repeating sources and has already identified likely associated galaxies for two of them.