JWST Data Maps 12,000 Galaxies Across Cosmic Time

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Published: 2026-10-12
Category: science
Source: arXiv (astro-ph.GA)
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A new preprint, utilizing James Webb Space Telescope data from the COSMOS field, presents a census of approximately 12,000 emission-line galaxies. Spanning redshifts 0 to 9, this extensive dataset offers significant insights into galaxy evolution across cosmic time. While preliminary, it highlights JWST's advanced capabilities for astrophysics.

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