NASA Prepares for Launch of Next Generation Space Telescope

NASA is in the early planning stages for its next flagship space telescope, the Habitable Worlds Observatory (HWO), which aims to study exoplanets, stars, and galaxies for signs of life. The telescope will utilize advanced technologies such as coronagraphs and starshades to block out starlight and analyze exoplanet atmospheres. The Technical Assessment Group (TAG) for HWO, consisting of 56 experts, will focus on developing the necessary technologies and design requirements for the mission. The HWO is expected to launch in the late 2030s or early 2040s.