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The End of The Universe May Not Be as Far Off as Once Thought : ScienceAlert

Last updated: May 13, 2025 4:30 pm
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The end of the Universe may be coming sooner than we previously thought, according to a new calculation that takes into account the Hawking-like radiation emitted by everything in the Universe. This calculation suggests that the functional end of the Universe could occur in a mere 10^78 years, a significant decrease from the previously estimated 10^1,100 years.

Astrophysicist Heino Falcke of Radboud University in the Netherlands, who led the study, explains that the team’s work is a direct follow-up on a 2023 paper that revealed that black holes are not the only objects in the Universe emitting Hawking radiation. Less dense objects such as neutron stars and white dwarfs could also undergo a gradual evaporation process through a similar mechanism to Hawking radiation.

Traditionally, Hawking radiation was thought to require an event horizon, the point at which the gravitational pull of a black hole is so strong that not even light can escape. However, the team’s 2023 study found that this process could also occur around other ultradense or very massive objects, expanding our understanding of Hawking radiation and its implications for the future of the Universe.

The team calculated the remaining lifespan of the Universe based on the time it takes for objects such as white dwarfs, neutron stars, and black holes to evaporate. Surprisingly, neutron stars were found to take a similar amount of time as black holes to evaporate, approximately 10^67 to 10^68 years.

The team also calculated that an average white dwarf could last for 10^78 years, setting a rough upper limit on the lifespan of regular matter in the Universe. Other objects in the Universe, such as the Moon (10^89 years), a human body (10^90 years), a supermassive black hole (10^96 years), and a giant halo of dark matter around a galactic supercluster (10^135 years) were also considered in the calculations.

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While the end of the Universe may seem far off, the team’s results shed light on the ultimate fate of all things in the cosmos. As we continue to explore and understand the Universe, these findings provide valuable insight into the future that lies ahead. A recent study conducted by researchers has shed light on the concept of the universe decaying faster than previously thought, but still taking a significant amount of time to do so. This revelation has sparked new questions and possibilities in the field of cosmology.

Dr. van Suijlekom, one of the lead researchers involved in the study, emphasized the importance of asking thought-provoking questions and analyzing extreme scenarios to gain a deeper understanding of the underlying theories. The ultimate goal is to unravel the mystery of Hawking radiation, a phenomenon that has puzzled scientists for decades.

The findings of this research have been documented in the Journal of Cosmology and Astroparticle Physics, providing valuable insights into the dynamics of the universe and potentially opening doors to further exploration and discovery.

As we delve deeper into the complexities of the universe and its evolution, it becomes increasingly apparent that there is still much to learn and understand. By pushing the boundaries of our knowledge and challenging existing theories, we may uncover new revelations that could reshape our understanding of the cosmos.

This study serves as a reminder of the vastness and intricacies of the universe, urging us to continue exploring and questioning in our pursuit of knowledge. It is through these endeavors that we may unlock the secrets of the universe and gain a deeper appreciation for the mysteries that lie beyond our current comprehension.

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