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Overview of the JWST ProgramThe James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) is a large aperture (6.5 meter), cryogenic space telescope with a suite of near and mid-infrared instruments covering the wavelength range of 0.6 micron to 28 micron. JWST's primary science goal is to detect and characterize the first galaxies. It will also study the assembly of galaxies, star formation, and the formation of evolution of planetary systems. We will review the expected scientific performance of the observatory, and recent technical progress with the observatory and its complement of instruments.
Document ID
20120014230
Acquisition Source
Goddard Space Flight Center
Document Type
Abstract
Authors
Clampin, M. (NASA Goddard Space Flight Center Greenbelt, MD, United States)
Date Acquired
August 26, 2013
Publication Date
August 19, 2012
Subject Category
Astronomy
Report/Patent Number
GSFC.ABS.6479.2012
Report Number: GSFC.ABS.6479.2012
Meeting Information
Meeting: IAU Conference
Location: Beijing
Country: China
Start Date: August 19, 2012
End Date: August 30, 2012
Sponsors: International Astronomy Union
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.

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