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A gif showing the five first images from JWST, split into six images that flash for 2 seconds each. In order they are: the first deep field, the spectrum of WASP-96B, Stephan’s Quintet, the Southern Ring Nebula in near-infrared light, the Southern Ring Nebula in midinfrared light, and the Carina Nebula. Further descriptions of each image can be found within the article.
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The First Look at Our New Astronomy Paradigm

Kimberly M. S. Cartier, News Writing and Production Intern for Eos.org by Kimberly M. S. Cartier 12 July 202215 July 2022

Five galaxies, two nebulae, an exoplanet, and the early universe—JWST’s first images provide a cross section of the science yet to come.

Several large telescopes are reflected in water at sunset at a mountaintop observatory in Chile.
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Making the Universe Blurrier

Damond Benningfield, Science Writer by Damond Benningfield 13 April 202110 January 2023

Climate change appears to be directly and indirectly affecting the view from at least one observatory while threatening the existence of others.

A pink and green nebula with bright blue stars
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Five Spitzer Discoveries About Solar Systems Near and Far

Kimberly M. S. Cartier, News Writing and Production Intern for Eos.org by Kimberly M. S. Cartier 30 January 202010 January 2023

The powerful infrared space telescope is powering down after 16 years. It has revolutionized our understanding of solar systems, including hidden surprises in our own.

An aurora over Alaska, one of the vibrations of the universe
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Deaf Students Feel the Universe’s Vibrations in New Workshop

Kimberly M. S. Cartier, News Writing and Production Intern for Eos.org by Kimberly M. S. Cartier 20 February 201910 January 2023

Students experienced the vibrations of Earth’s auroras, the Sun’s flares, Jupiter’s bow shock, and Saturn’s rings in an outreach activity designed specifically for their community.

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Gazing Toward the Universe's Edge: Hubble's Deep Field Legacy

JoAnna Wendel, freelance science writer and illustrator by JoAnna Wendel 29 April 201510 March 2023

Hubble's sensitive cameras give scientists a chance to witness the birth of galaxies.

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The Art and Science of Hubble's Images

by R. Cowen 27 April 201510 January 2023

How do Hubble images get their vivid colors and subtle shading?

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Hubble Turns 25

by R. Cowen 23 April 201510 January 2023

Breathtaking images, groundbreaking science, and a demonstration of humankind's ability to work in space have made Hubble a cultural icon for a quarter of a century.

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