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These massive stars could explain Webb’s strangest galaxies

I find it fascinating that astronomers are uncovering how the first galaxies don’t behave as expected, and it seems massive stars play a big role in this mystery. The TEMPOS survey uses Hubble’s ultraviolet capabilities to study massive stars in nearby dwarf galaxies that mimic early universe conditions. So: by understanding these stars better, we can improve models of young galaxies, which is crucial as the James Webb Space Telescope reveals even stranger galaxies. And here’s the thing – these massive stars burn hot and fast, shaping their galaxies in ways we’re only beginning to grasp.
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