Astronomers Use Fast Radio Burst 'Skewer' to Map a Nearby Galaxy
Astronomers have recently discovered a new way to use a “fast radio skewer” to map the three-dimensional structure of the interstellar medium of the Milky Way. By using this new technique, astronomers can study the physical properties of the interstellar medium, such as its density, temperature, and magnetic fields. This technique is also more efficient than traditional methods, as it can take a fraction of the time to map the interstellar medium. This is especially exciting news for astronomers, as this new technique will allow them to more quickly and accurately study our galaxy!
source: Phys.org