Science Spotlight: JWST Mirror Update

It’s time for Science Spotlight. Each week we talk about the big breakthroughs and the unique discoveries made in the pursuit of scientific knowledge.

This week, Cameron has another update on the James Webb Space Telescope.  He walks us through the final step in the telescope’s deployment, as well as some of the science behind the telescope’s massive mirror.

To find out more about the James Webb Space Telescope, check out its dedicated webpage on the NASA website.

For more science content from Cameron, check out his podcast Stardust MQ.

Photo: NASA/Chris Gunn