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Briefing: Deep underground, a telescope may soon detect ghosts of stars that died before Earth existed

Strategic angle: A groundbreaking telescope aims to uncover the remnants of ancient stars, shedding light on the universe's early history.

Editorial Staff · March 12, 2026 · 1 min read

The telescope will be located deep underground to shield it from cosmic noise.

It aims to detect light from stars that exploded before the formation of Earth.

This research could provide insights into the origins of the universe.