A new James Webb telescope image reveals a galactic collision’s aftermath

Infrared cameras reveal patterns of star formation previously concealed by dust

image of the Cartwheel Galaxy taken by JWST

Bright, dusty spokes connect the inner and outer rings of the Cartwheel Galaxy in this new James Webb Space Telescope image, giving fresh insight into rare double-ringed galaxies. The two galaxies to the left are neighbors.

NASA, ESA, CSA, STScI and Webb ERO Production Team

It’s not easy being ringed.