COSMIC NUCLEAR FISSION SEEN FOR 1ST TIME IN 'INCREDIBLY PROFOUND' DISCOVERY

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Scientists have discovered the first indication of nuclear fission occurring amongst the stars. The discovery supports the idea that neutron stars create superheavy elements that break down via nuclear fission to birth elements like gold. It brings scientists a step closer to solving the mystery of where the universe's heavy elements come from. The research also indicated that elements with atomic masses greater than 260 may briefly exist around neutron star smashes.