

Exploring the Early Universe with Webb
Dec 12, 2023
NASA scientists Jane Rigby, Taylor Hutchison, and Gerónimo Villanueva discuss their use of the James Webb Space Telescope to peer back to the earliest stages of the universe and examine stunning plumes of water in our own solar system. They explore the telescope's design, its successful commissioning, and the new scientific discoveries it has made possible. They also delve into the mysteries of black holes and galaxies in the early universe and the potential for finding signs of life on celestial bodies like Enceladus.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Capturing the Early Universe
01:48 • 12min
Black Holes and Galaxies: Exploring the Mysteries of the Early Universe
14:02 • 4min
Exploring Enceladus and Beyond with Webb
18:16 • 4min
Revolutionizing the Selection Process for Scientists
22:34 • 3min
Going for What You Love: Becoming an Astrophysicist and Launching a Space Telescope
26:00 • 2min