Rare Supernova 730M Years Post-Big Bang Seen by JWST

• JWST spotted a rare supernova from 730 million years after the Big Bang, linked to gamma-ray burst GRB 250314A.
• The supernova, seen in a galaxy from the Era of Reionisation, was detected months after the burst, appearing brightest due to light expansion.
• This discovery, detailed in two papers by Levan and Cordier, helps astronomers study early star formation and distant galaxies.
• Despite its ancient origin, the supernova appears similar to modern ones, challenging previous assumptions about early stars.
• Researchers plan further JWST observations and advocate for new missions to quickly detect and study early universe events.

Why It Matters: This rare supernova reveals how stars and galaxies evolved in the early universe.