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Astronomers from Western University Discover the Birthplace of Cosmic "Buckyballs"

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May 10, 2026 • 70 views
Original source: Universe Today

Fifteen years after Western astronomers first discovered ‘buckyballs’ in space, they’re back with stunning images and rich data generated by the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST). The results of their study have revealed the cosmic origin of these strange molecules.

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