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Gwen Rudie specializes in observational studies of distant galaxies and the diffuse gas which surrounds them—the circumgalactic medium.
Carnegie Astronomers
Dr. Caleb Scharf
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Postdoc Spotlight: Stella Ocker Explores the Space Between the Stars
Chemical evidence of ancient life detected in 3.3-billion-year-old rocks
Two Carnegie Scientists Named 2025 Highly Cited Researchers
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Postdoctoral alumna Jo Ann Eder is committed to making the world a better place by supporting organizations, like Carnegie, that create and foster STEM learning opportunities for all.
Allan Sandage’s last paper unravels 100-year-old astronomical mystery
Tiny, ancient galaxy preserves record of catastrophic event
Discovery: Most-luminous ever supernova
Rotational clock for stars needs recalibration
Giant Magellan Telescope partners approve US$500 million for construction
Strong UV Pulse Reveals Supernova’s Origin Story
Telescope first: Magellan Adaptive Optics Eyepiece Observing
John Mulchaey Appointed Director of the Carnegie Observatories
Found: Ancient, super-bright quasar with massive black hole
Very Distant Galaxy Cluster Confirmed
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