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James Webb captures a cosmic lion sculpted by a dying star
ScienceDailyWednesday, August 12, 2026 at 10:15 AM
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James Webb has captured a striking new infrared view of NGC 2392, the Lion Nebula, revealing the dramatic aftermath of a dying Sun-like star.
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- Scientific signal separates durable discovery from noise — and often foreshadows policy and product. James Webb has captured a striking new infrared view of NGC 2392, the Lion Nebula, revealing the dramatic aftermath of a dying Sun-like star.
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James Webb has captured a striking new infrared view of NGC 2392, the Lion Nebula, revealing the dramatic aftermath of a dying Sun-like star.
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Scientific signal separates durable discovery from noise — and often foreshadows policy and product.
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