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Galaxies, Artemis 2, space telescopes and stormtroopers: Here are the best photos from our staff

Photos from around the space team.

May 2, 2026 at 01:00 PM
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 Galaxies, Artemis 2, space telescopes and stormtroopers: Here are the best photos from our staff

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Photos from around the space team.

Astronomical observations like these expand our knowledge of the universe and test our understanding of fundamental physics. Advanced telescopes and detection systems, operating across multiple wavelengths from radio to gamma rays, allow scientists to peer deeper into space and time than ever before.

Modern observatories combine cutting-edge optics, adaptive systems, and sophisticated data processing to reveal phenomena that were invisible to previous generations of instruments. From exoplanet atmospheres to the earliest galaxies formed after the Big Bang, these observations challenge and refine our cosmological models.

The data collected contributes to multiple fields of study, including stellar evolution, galactic dynamics, dark matter distribution, and the expansion rate of the universe. Each observation adds pieces to the grand puzzle of cosmic history and our place within it.

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