National Aeronautics and Space Administrion

Since its inception in 1958, NASA has accomplished many great scientific and technological feats in air and space. NASA technology also has been adapted for many nonaerospace uses by the private sector. NASA remains a leading force in scientific research and in stimulating public interest in aerospace exploration, as well as science and technology in general. Perhaps more importantly, our exploration of space has taught us to view Earth, ourselves, and the universe in a new way. While the tremendous technical and scientific accomplishments of NASA demonstrate vividly that humans can achieve previously inconceivable feats, we also are humbled by the realization that Earth is just a tiny "blue marble" in the cosmos. Check out our "Thinking About NASA History" folder online as an introduction to how history can help you.

Monday, December 16, 2024

HD 84406

"Astronomers are known for their precision, but naming celestial objects isn’t exactly their forte. Take, for instance, HD 84406, the first star observed by the James Webb Space Telescope — not the most memorable name. Similarly, galaxy cluster MACS0416, recently imaged as a deep field by Webb, isn’t winning any awards for creativity."


https://scitechdaily.com/nasas-webb-telescope-captures-the-sombrero-galaxy-in-breathtaking-detail/?utm_source=join1440&utm_medium=email&utm_placement=newsletter

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