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Scientists Propose Detecting Hawking Radiation with Current Telescopes

New research suggests black hole 'morsels' from mergers could emit detectable gamma-ray bursts.

  • Hawking radiation, theorized in the 1970s, has yet to be observed directly.
  • Researchers believe black hole mergers create small 'morsel' black holes emitting unique gamma rays.
  • These gamma-ray bursts could be detected by existing atmospheric Cherenkov telescopes.
  • Detection could provide insights into black hole quantum behavior and new particle physics.
  • The study highlights the potential of multimessenger astronomy in observing these phenomena.
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