The Generational Quest to Develop JWST - NASA JPL Director Discusses

Описание: Did you know that NASA's JPL played a crucial role in crafting the MIRI instrument on JWST that allows us to study planets, stars, and galaxies in infrared light?

JPL director Dr. Laurie Leshin unravels the captivating story behind the MIRI instrument crafted by JPL for the James Webb Telescope. Through this groundbreaking technology we can witness the universe in entirely new dimensions, capturing mesmerizing images of celestial wonders. From the breathtaking scenes of stars being born, exemplified by the Orion Nebula, to the mind-blowing views of Uranus and Neptune within our solar system, the James Webb Telescope opens our eyes to the beauty of the cosmos. Gain insights into the dedication and generational quest behind building these "Modern Cathedrals," shaping the way we explore space from idea to flight to science.

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