Rumors of 3rd LIGO Event: New Scientific Article Sheds Light

In summary, there have been rumors of three events surrounding the LIGO observatory. One event was reported on 14-Sep-2015, with a paper titled "The Rate of Binary Black Hole Mergers Inferred from Advanced LIGO Observations Surrounding GW150914" at the LIGO DCC site. However, this event only has an 84-91% chance of being of astrophysical origin, suggesting it was a weak event. Another event was recently discovered in late December, but has not yet been announced. Further updates are expected.
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I'm trying to reconcile yesterday's announcements with the rumors that have been reported. I and others have heard rumors of three events. Yesterday they reported on the event from 14-Sep-2015, and the paper LIGO-P1500217 titled "The Rate of Binary Black Hole Mergers Inferred from Advanced LIGO Observations Surrounding GW150914" at the LIGO DCC site refers to an event on 12-Oct-2015, but says that it has only an 84-91% chance of being of astrophysical origin. So this was presumably a weak event. Now, look at this article on New Scientist, where someone has been tracking LIGO's search for optical counterparts. The blue search that began in mid-September clearly corresponds to the event we heard about yesterday. But there is a new search that began in late December. So it looks like they saw another high-signifcance event in late December that we have yet to hear about. More to come!
 
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Clever detective work. Thanks.
 

Related to Rumors of 3rd LIGO Event: New Scientific Article Sheds Light

1. What is the significance of the new scientific article regarding the rumors of a third LIGO event?

The new scientific article sheds light on the validity of the rumors surrounding a potential third LIGO event. It provides evidence and analysis that either supports or refutes the rumors, giving a clearer understanding of the situation.

2. Has the third LIGO event been officially confirmed?

No, the third LIGO event has not been officially confirmed. The rumors are based on speculation and data analysis, but until it is officially announced by the LIGO team, it cannot be considered a confirmed event.

3. What is the likelihood of a third LIGO event occurring?

Based on the data and analysis presented in the new scientific article, the likelihood of a third LIGO event occurring is still uncertain. While there is evidence that supports the possibility, further research and analysis are needed for a more definitive answer.

4. How would a third LIGO event impact the scientific community?

If a third LIGO event is confirmed, it would have a significant impact on the scientific community. It would further validate the existence of gravitational waves and provide more data to study and understand these elusive phenomena.

5. What are the next steps in the investigation of the rumors of a third LIGO event?

The next steps in the investigation are to continue analyzing the data and conducting further research. The LIGO team will also likely release an official statement addressing the rumors and providing updates on any developments. It is important to approach the situation with caution and rely on scientific evidence rather than speculation.

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