Could James Webb Finally Detect the Universe’s First Stars?

Could some of the universe’s first stars have formed much later than expected?

New research suggests rare bursts of pristine Population III stars may have emerged under unusual conditions, creating enormous clouds that could still leave detectable traces. With gravitational lensing and the James Webb Space Telescope, astronomers may finally have a way to search for these elusive ancient stars.

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