What is the JWST and how is it different from other telescopes?
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How does the JWST work?
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What was the JWST built for?
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The first year of the JWST
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The phases of launching the JWST
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What has the JWST discovered in the Solar System?
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Near Earth Objects NEOs
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JWST and Hubble working together
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Mars
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Main belt - asteroids and comets
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Jupiter
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Saturn and its moons
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Centaurs - half-comet, half-asteroid
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Uranus
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Neptune
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The Kuiper Belt
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What's next for JWST?
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The Uranus orbiter and probe
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Where to find out more
Description:
Explore the groundbreaking discoveries made by the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) in its inaugural year of operation in this informative lecture by NASA scientist Naomi Rowe-Gurney. Learn about the unique capabilities of the JWST, its mission objectives, and the intricate launch process. Delve into the telescope's fascinating findings across our Solar System, from Near Earth Objects to the mysterious Kuiper Belt. Gain insights into how the JWST collaborates with the Hubble Space Telescope and examine its observations of various celestial bodies, including Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune. Discover the future plans for the JWST and the upcoming Uranus orbiter and probe mission. This comprehensive talk provides a captivating journey through our cosmic neighborhood, highlighting the JWST's significant contributions to our understanding of the universe.
What Has the James Webb Space Telescope Discovered in Its First Year? – With Naomi Rowe-Gurney