"Captivating James Webb Telescope Photos Capture Stellar Life Cycles"

The James Webb Space Telescope has captured stunning images showcasing the birth and death of massive stars. Astronomer Nienke van der Marel explains the significance of these images, including the observation of star-forming regions, young stars, and the evolution of massive stars like Wolf-Rayet 124. These images provide valuable insights into the formation of planets and the enrichment of heavier elements and dust particles, shedding light on the short but explosive lives of massive stars and the remnants left behind after supernovae.