Webb’s First Look: Images and Spectra from NASA’s Newest Great Observatory

Alexandra Lockwood, Space Telescope Science Institute
The Webb Space Telescope has recently showcased its spectacular first images and is now ready to do incredible science! It has been a long road to get here, including meticulous planning, exacting execution, and an amazing amount of teamwork! Join Dr. Lockwood as she talks about the journey from launch to commissioning, explores details of the first images and spectra, and helps us understand the awesome scientific potential of NASA's newest great observatory.
- News from the Universe starts at 3:29
- Main talk starts at 11:27
Host: Frank Summers, Space Telescope Science Institute
Broadcast live on Tuesday, August 2, 2022
More information: www.stsci.edu/public-lectures

[@SpaceLover-he9fj]

Fascinating, Webb has already discovered a whole lot in just 1 and a half month ! I cannot keep up with the possibilities of newer, much more distant galaxies than GN Z-11 !

[@simova1]

Thanks

[@Astr0Nugg3t]

Amazing information given clearly and enthusiastically, I am hooked on this channel!

[@lloydzemmol723]

That was an excellent talk. Fascinating subject matter with an entertaining presentation.

[@hubblespacetelescope]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@brendapaint]

incredible

[@Birbface]

Go Webb go!

[@cecilia9169]

Honestly…. My comment is #2. May I have your attention please. Don’t think that no o e noticed. Please pause at Minute marker 16:14. Thank me for the laugh before you look. It’s worth it.

[@odocampana1995]

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