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NASA released this simulated image of 1\/140th of Roman\u2019s view of the central bulge of the Milky Way galaxy.<\/p>\n

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NASA is opening a new chapter in the exploration of the structure and evolution of the universe with a sixth flagship space observatory, which also will test technology for imaging planets directly beyond the Solar System. The Nancy Grace Roman Telescope, named for NASA\u2019s first chief astronomer…<\/p>\n

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Irene Klotz is Senior Space Editor for Aviation Week, based in Cape Canaveral. Before joining Aviation Week in 2017, Irene spent 25 years as a wire service reporter covering human and robotic spaceflight, commercial space, astronomy, science and technology for Reuters and United Press International.<\/p>\n

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