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NASA Releases 16-Image Gallery of Galaxies, Highlighting Cosmic Diversity and Evolution
science1 month ago

NASA Releases 16-Image Gallery of Galaxies, Highlighting Cosmic Diversity and Evolution

NASA has released a new gallery featuring 16 high-resolution images of galaxies, described as 'cosmic gems.' The collection utilizes X-ray data from the Chandra X-ray Observatory, accumulated over two decades, combined with observations from the James Webb Space Telescope, Hubble, and other instruments. The images showcase the variety of galactic shapes, including spirals, ellipticals, and irregulars, as well as dynamic interactions like collisions. Scientists use these diverse examples to understand the evolution and potential future of the Milky Way.

Chandra Observatory Releases 16-Image Gallery Highlighting Galactic Diversity
science1 month ago

Chandra Observatory Releases 16-Image Gallery Highlighting Galactic Diversity

NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory has released a new gallery of 16 images, dubbed 'cosmic gems,' that showcase the diverse shapes and high-energy features of distant galaxies. The collection combines decades of X-ray data with observations from other telescopes to illustrate the variety of galactic structures.

"AI and Citizen Scientists Uncover 430,000 Galaxies, Refresh Black Holes with Cold Gas"
astronomy2 years ago

"AI and Citizen Scientists Uncover 430,000 Galaxies, Refresh Black Holes with Cold Gas"

Citizen scientists and AI have discovered 430,000 galaxies, including 30,000 rare ring galaxies, using data from the Subaru Telescope. The "GALAXY CRUISE" project involved 10,000 volunteers and AI to sift through the telescope's massive data. The AI classified 400,000 galaxies as spiral and 30,000 as ring galaxies, shedding light on the rare galaxy type's formation and demonstrating the power of AI in astronomical data analysis.