There is more than meets the eye in this photo…
The ring around the central galaxy cluster is evidence of dark matter, the invisible glue holding the universe together. Dark matter doesn’t emit, reflect, or absorb light, but it has gravity like ordinary matter. 🧵
During his eight months aboard the @Space_Station, @Astro_ChrisW conducted numerous experiments to improve life on Earth and prepare us for future space missions.
From cancer research to advancing technology, read about Williams’ work in orbit: go.nasa.gov/4fjNCry
After spending 241 days aboard the @Space_Station, @Astro_ChrisW is returning to Earth on July 26. Here's where to watch as Williams concludes his first-ever space mission: go.nasa.gov/45e0Wb4
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For the first time, scientists used our IXPE telescope to measure the magnetic field of a pulsar—a spinning neutron star—located in the Lighthouse Nebula. This data helps us understand the structure of these extreme cosmic objects. go.nasa.gov/4wVjsRt
On Aug. 3, we're talking all things Crew-13!
Get an overview from leadership and hear the crew talk about training and final prep for their mission to the @Space_Station. We'll stream here and on YouTube. More details: nasa.gov/news-release/n…
