Learn more about how the Vera C. Rubin Observatory will capture more of our stunning universe.

Chile's Vera C. Rubin Observatory, which boasts the world's largest digital camera, has begun displaying its first images of ...

以及位于下方的礁湖星云（Lagoon Nebula，编号 Messier 8 或 NGC 6523），其距离估计为 4000 至 6000 光年。这些区域是气体与尘埃云正在塌缩、孕育新恒星的恒星诞生区。 这张图像由美国国家科学基金会（NSF）和能源部（DOE）资助的维拉·鲁宾天文台在短短七个多小时内 ...

The first images released by the Vera C. Rubin Observatory show details of our Solar System with unprecedented clarity.

The astronomers who operate powerful Vera C. Rubin observatory released debut images June 23, 2025, showcasing just exactly ...

The Vera C. Rubin Observatory has released its first images, providing a staggering glimpse at the observing power it will unleash when it begins its decade-long survey.

The first test images from the Vera C. Rubin Observatory in Chile showcase thousands of previously unknown asteroids and ...

Meyer's image shows the 100 light-year-long Lagoon nebula (Messier 8) dominating the lower section. The dense starfield near the Milky Way's core serves as a backdrop for this deep-space vista.

Astrophotographer Greg Meyer has captured a colorful view of the famous Trifid and Lagoon nebulas illuminated from within by radiation cast out by generations of energetic young stars.

The 100 light-year-long form of the Lagoon Nebula (Messier 8) can be found dominating the lower section of Meyer's image, with the dense starfield near the Milky Way's core serving as a backdrop ...