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OTD Last year - Webb discovered oldest galaxies in this image of Abell 2744 galaxy cluster. Read the full article here
Today marks the one-year anniversary of a mind-blowing discovery made by the James Webb Space Telescope, and brace yourselves, it's like something straight out of a sci-fi flick! 🌠
🔭 Last year, on November 17, 2022, the Webb telescope, with its super cosmic detective skills, unveiled the outer reaches of the colossal galaxy cluster Abell 2744, dropping a jaw-dropping bombshell – the revelation of two of the most distant galaxies ever spotted!
📸 Feast your eyes on the awe-inspiring image captured by NASA, ESA, CSA, and the brilliant mind of Tommaso Treu (UCLA), with a touch of magic in image processing by Zolt G. Levay (STScI). 🌌✨
🌟 These two cosmic wonders were found between 350 and 450 million years after the big bang. Imagine, just a blink in the vast timeline of our universe! 🕰️ Astronomers are scratching their heads because these galaxies, though smaller than our Milky Way, are shining brighter than your favorite star. 💫✨ They're like the rockstars of the early galaxy scene, converting gas into stars at a mind-boggling rate!
🔍 Webb's gaze has revealed a hidden universe, where the first galaxies are throwing a celestial party, quite different from the mature galaxies we're used to. 🎉💫 It seems the stellar birth began only 100 million years after the big bang, opening our eyes to a cosmic cradle of creation.
In just four days of processing, Webb managed to snatch a glimpse of these elusive early galaxies, previously unseen by any other telescope. 🚀 Imagine what wonders await as we delve deeper into the cosmos!
🔍 Stay tuned for the unfolding cosmic drama as Webb continues to unravel the mysteries of our universe! 🚀🔭✨ #WebbTelescope #GalacticRevelations #CosmicExploration #LostInSpace #SpaceWonders
🚀✨ Explore the Cosmos with Us: Webb Telescope's Unveiling of NGC 346! ✨🌌 New Image from James Webb Telescope released on October 10, 2023
We've got an interstellar treat for you! 🛰️ Get ready to embark on a cosmic journey as we delve into the wonders of NGC 346, revealed by the awe-inspiring James Webb Space Telescope's Mid-Infrared Instrument (MIRI). 🌟
Our latest article takes you through this incredible revelation - from the ethereal colors to the secrets of cosmic dust, star formation, and the history of our universe. 🌌💫
It's a breathtaking masterpiece, with blues representing silicates and PAHs, and gentle red hues warming up the dust, thanks to the brightest stars in this celestial wonderland. 🎨💫
But there's more! The image showcases a vivid spectrum, letting us see the cosmos in a whole new light. 🌈✨
Join us in celebrating the brilliance of NASA, ESA, CSA, STScI, N. Habel (JPL), and the image-processing magic by P. Kavanagh (Maynooth University). 🌠🙌
Share the cosmic love, dive into the article, and tell us what your favorite cosmic wonder is in the comments! Let's get lost in the beauty of the universe together! 🚀💖
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James Webb Observation Alert! James Webb Telescope's Cosmic Odyssey to Probe NGC 6240 the Starfish Galaxy - Full article here
Prepare to be captivated by the celestial wonders of the universe! The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) is gearing up for an extraordinary cosmic odyssey as it trains its gaze on NGC 6240, the enigmatic Starfish Galaxy, scheduled for August 14, 2023. Follow this page to stay up to date with the upcoming observations and discoveries!