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Health & Science8h 35m ago

A type of sugar, also found in raspberries and self-tanners, has been detected in the space between stars.

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Interstellar space

Who
Astronomers
What
A type of sugar, also found in raspberries and self-tanners, has been detected in the space between stars.
When
Mon, 13 Jul 2026 15:09:37 GMT · 8h 35m ago
Where
Interstellar space ·
Why
The detection of complex organic molecules like sugar in interstellar space provides insights into the chemical processes occurring in the universe and the potential building blocks for life.
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This discovery contributes to our understanding of astrochemistry and the prevalence of organic molecules in the cosmos, which could have implications for astrobiology.

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  1. Health & Science7h 37m ago
    A type of sugar, erythrulose, has been detected in the interstellar medium, the space between stars.
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    A type of sugar, also found in raspberries and self-tanners, has been detected in the space between stars.
  3. Health & Science8h 43m ago
    Sugar molecules have been detected in interstellar space for the first time.
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