Largest-ever map of the universe reveals 10x more early galaxies than expected

The COSMOS-Web project has released the largest universe map, created using James Webb Space Telescope data. It includes nearly 800,000 galaxies spanning 98% of cosmic time, reaching back 13.5 billion years. Surprising findings include 10 times more early universe galaxies than expected and previously unseen supermassive black holes, challenging existing theories about galaxy formation and cosmic development. The public release aims to democratize science and encourage broader participation in cosmic research.