Astronomers capture highest-resolution images of black holes with Event Horizon Telescope

Astronomers have achieved the highest-resolution images ever captured from Earth’s surface using the Event Horizon Telescope. This breakthrough allows for detailed observations of distant galaxies and supermassive black holes by combining data from multiple telescopes worldwide. The new technique detects light at a frequency of 345 GHz, significantly improving image clarity compared to previous observations at lower frequencies. This advancement enables scientists to study the environments around black holes with unprecedented detail, revealing new properties and behaviors. Future upgrades to the Event Horizon Telescope network will enhance its capabilities, allowing for observations at multiple frequencies. This could lead to sharper images and new insights into the effects of gravity and the behavior of hot gas around black holes.