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Herschel shows galaxies had cool beginnings
1st May 2013
Herschel have shown that galaxies in the early Universe were cooler than those we see around us today, indicating that early galaxies were more bloated.
Herschel loses its cool
27th Mar 2013
After nearly 4 years in space, Herschel has exhausted its supply of liquid helium coolant, and has ceased scientific operations.
Herschel will lose its cool
4th Mar 2013
Herschel is nearing the end of its supply of liquid helium, crucial for keeping the instruments cool