May 20, 2026

Exploring new space horizons, the Swiss way.

The Cat’s Paw Nebula including X-rays from Chandra (pink) and infrared data from James Webb. A mottled patch of purple at the center reveals young, million-year-old stars tucked behind thick, overlapping rings of dark orange cosmic dust. The pockets of blue sky appearing through the clouds highlight the complex structure of this stellar nursery.

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