The James Webb Space Telescope's look at the Rho Ophiuchi cloud complex. The image showcase a "small star-forming region" within the complex that lies about 390 light-years away.

From our cosmic backyard in the solar system to distant galaxies near the dawn of time, NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope has delivered on its promise of revealing the universe like never before in ...

The Rho Ophiuchi cloud complex, located approximately 460 light-years from Earth, spans a considerable area (4.5° by 6.5°) due to its proximity. This region comprises various celestial objects ...

The Rho Ophiuchi region is the sky's most colorful area. Human eyes can't see these colors, even with telescopes. Photographs show blue, red, yellow, and orange colors. These colors come from hydrogen ...

Posted: March 25, 2025 | Last updated: July 12, 2025 The James Webb Space Telescope's look at the Rho Ophiuchi cloud complex. The image showcase a "small star-forming region" within the complex that ...