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AstronomyNew eyes on the cosmos
The next constellation of telescopes will dramatically extend and sharpen scientists’ view of the universe.
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Gazing deeper still
Four hundred years ago, Galileo and his telescope brought the heavens into focus, setting the stage for modern astronomy.
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Timeline: Seeing better
In 400 years, telescopes advance from rooftops to mountains to orbit.
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AstronomyBeyond Galileo’s universe
Astronomers grapple with cosmic puzzles both dark and light
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EcosystemsLiving Physics
From green leaves to bird brains, biological systems may exploit quantum phenomena.