Intermediate-Mass Black Hole Identified Near Milky Way's Core

Researchers discover a rare intermediate-mass black hole within the IRS 13 star cluster, offering new insights into galactic evolution.

The star cluster IRS 13 is located just 0.1 light years from the Milky Way's central supermassive black hole, Sagittarius A*.
Scientists observed an orderly motion of stars within IRS 13, suggesting the presence of an intermediate-mass black hole.
Multi-wavelength observations revealed characteristic X-rays and ionized gas, supporting the black hole's existence.
The density of IRS 13 is higher than any other known star cluster in the Milky Way, further indicating the black hole's presence.
Future observations with advanced telescopes are expected to provide deeper understanding of IRS 13 and its black hole.