Could the first images from the Vera Rubin telescope change how we view space for good?

By Professor Manda Banerji, Professor of Astrophysics, School of Physics & Astronomy, University of Southampton
Dr Phil Wiseman, Research Fellow, Astronomy, University of Southampton

We are entering a new era of cosmic exploration. The new Vera C Rubin Observatory in Chile will transform astronomy with its extraordinary ability to map the universe in breathtaking detail. It is set to reveal secrets previously beyond our grasp. Here, we delve into the first images taken by Rubin’s telescope and what they are already showing us.

These images vividly showcase the unprecedented power that Rubin will use to revolutionise astronomy and our understanding of the Universe. Rubin is truly transformative, thanks to…

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