NASA says new space telescope will create 'atlas of the universe'
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NASA launched the Nancy Grace Roman space telescope to map the universe and search for distant planets.
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NASA unveiled the Nancy Grace Roman space telescope on Tuesday, a powerful new observatory. This telescope is designed to map the universe and search for distant planets, creating an "atlas of the universe." Its infrared vision will allow it to observe light emitted by celestial bodies billions of years ago. The telescope aims to shed light on dark matter and dark energy, fundamental components of the cosmos. This development marks a significant step in space exploration and astronomical research.
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