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(LEAD) S. Korean astronomers confirm existence of wandering globular clusters
SEOUL, March 12 (Yonhap) -- South Korean astronomers said Friday they have confirmed the existence of "wandering" globular clusters that can help advance understanding of the universe's birth.
The discovery marks the first time that scientists have provided evidence on the existence of wandering or intergalactic globular clusters made up of millions of stars, the team led by Lee Myung-gyoon, a professor at Seoul National University (SNU), said. | | Lee Myung-gyoon, professor of physics and astronomy, Seoul National University |
The research was published in the latest online issue of "Science Express" and will be carried by "Science Magazine" in about a month.
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