James Webb Telescope reveals ancient Spiderweb galaxy cluster dating back 10 billion years

The James Webb Space Telescope has captured an image of the Spiderweb protocluster, a group of galaxies that is 10 billion years old. This discovery provides a glimpse into the early universe when galaxies were forming. Researchers found over 100 galaxies in this cluster, revealing more than expected. The galaxies appear less obscured by dust than previously thought, indicating a different formation process compared to nearby galaxies today. The findings suggest that the early universe was more active and brighter than anticipated, with stars forming at a faster rate. This research is detailed in two papers published in The Astronomical Journal.