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New 3D model reveals how shadows reshape chemistry in stellar nurseries
An international team of researchers has developed a high-resolution 3D model illustrating how uneven structures within stellar nurseries cast shadows. These shadows significantly alter chemical reactions and influence infrared emissions detected by advanced space telescopes. Published in Astronomy & Astrophysics and led by Dr. Brandt Gaches, this research provides vital context for interpreting data from the James Webb Space Telescope regarding star formation processes.