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Briefing: XRISM identifies gamma Cas X-ray origin, solving a 50-year-old stellar mystery

Strategic angle: Astrophysicists unravel the mystery of γ Cas, a star in Cassiopeia emitting unexpected X-rays.

Editorial Staff — 2026-03-24 — 1 MIN READ

γ Cas is visible to the naked eye in the constellation Cassiopeia.

The star has puzzled scientists for 50 years due to its unusual X-ray emissions.

XRISM's findings provide clarity on the star's intense and high-temperature X-ray output.