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NASA Scientist Detects Unexplained Pulses of Light From Sun-Like Stars

Richard Stanton's optical SETI survey reveals mysterious paired light signals with no clear natural explanation, sparking ongoing investigation.

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Overview

  • Veteran NASA scientist Richard Stanton has identified three instances of paired light pulses from Sun-like stars, observed in 2019, 2023, and 2025.
  • The pulses, separated by seconds, exhibit rapid brightness fluctuations that defy known astrophysical processes and natural explanations.
  • Extensive analysis has ruled out false positives such as atmospheric phenomena, satellites, and system noise as potential sources.
  • The 2023 detection showed a star's brightness fluctuating dramatically within 0.2 seconds, a phenomenon Stanton describes as unprecedented.
  • While extraterrestrial involvement cannot be confirmed, the findings remain a mystery, prompting further study to explore potential causes.