‘Straight from a sci-fi movie’: Nasa’s Whirlpool Galaxy sonification wows people

The space agency shared that they used data from several NASA telescopes, including Hubble, in this sonification of the Whirlpool Galaxy.

Published on: Apr 9, 2021, 10:18:05 IST

By Trisha Sengupta

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The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) recently shared a sonification of the Whirlpool Galaxy that has now prompted people to say that it sounds like it’s straight out of a sci-fi movie. There is a possibility that the incredible post shared on the official Twitter handle for NASA's Hubble Space Telescope will wow you too.

The sonification of the Whirlpool Galaxy was shared on the official account for NASA's Hubble Space. (Instagram/@nasahubble)

“Data from several @NASA telescopes, including Hubble, combine in this sonification of the Whirlpool Galaxy. We can experience the image in a whole new way by representing the data seen here in sound!” reads the caption shared with the video.

Listen to the musical wonder:

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Since being posted some 14 hours ago, the share has gathered more than 1.8 lakh views - and counting. It has also accumulated tons of comments from people. Besides saying it seems like a part of a sci-fi movie, people also shared how the post left them intrigued.

"Like straight from a sci fi movie," wrote an Instagram user. "Eerie! I love it!!" shared another. "Sounds like magic," expressed a third. "Is there a space orchestra we don't know about," joked a fourth.

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Trisha Sengupta
Trisha Sengupta works as Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over six years of experience in the digital newsroom. Known for her ability to decode the internet’s most talked-about moments, she specialises in high-engagement storytelling that bridges the gap between viral trends and traditional journalism. Throughout her tenure, Trisha has focused on the intersection of technology, finance, and human emotion. She frequently covers personal finance and real estate struggles in hubs like Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, while also documenting the unique challenges of the NRI experience. Her work often highlights the movements and philosophies of global newsmakers and personalities like Elon Musk, Mukesh Ambani, Nikhil Kamath, Dubai crown prince, and MrBeast. From reporting on Amazon or Meta layoffs and startup culture to the emergence of AI-driven platforms like Grok and xAI, she provides a grounded and empathetic perspective on the stories shaping our world. When not decoding the internet, Trisha is likely offline: lost in a book, exploring a historical ruin, or navigating the world as a solo traveler. She balances her fast-paced career with family time and a healthy dose of curiosity, currently trading her "human" sources for silicon ones as she masters AI to future-proof her storytelling.Read More

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