Formation and large scale confinement of jets emitted by young stars finally elucidated

An international team of scientists has succeeded in explaining the formation and propagation over astronomical distances of jets of matter emitted by young stars--one of the most fascinating mysteries of modern astronomy. Using a patented experimental device and large-scale numerical simulations, the team obtained data consistent with astrophysical observations. The results of this research--just published in the prestigious journal Science--open up new opportunities for studying the role of ma...