NASA's Galaxy Evolution Explorer

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gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:observatory
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:M74
gptkbp:analysis collaborative efforts
advanced techniques used
gptkbp:application galaxy formation studies
gptkbp:archives gptkb:NASA/_IPAC_Infrared_Science_Archive
gptkbp:collaborations gptkb:California_Institute_of_Technology
international collaborations
NASA and JPL
gptkbp:collection photometry
gptkbp:community astronomers and astrophysicists
gptkbp:community_engagement outreach programs
gptkbp:contribution enhanced knowledge of galaxy clusters
gptkbp:data_type images and spectra
gptkbp:data_usage research and education
gptkbp:discovered_by galaxies in various stages of evolution
gptkbp:focus ultraviolet light from galaxies
gptkbp:frequency ultraviolet
gptkbp:has_ability detect distant galaxies
gptkbp:has_achievements mapped star formation history
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label NASA's Galaxy Evolution Explorer
gptkbp:impact enhanced understanding of cosmic evolution
significant advancements in understanding galaxies.
gptkbp:input_output images and catalogs
gptkbp:instrument near-ultraviolet and far-ultraviolet cameras
gptkbp:instrumentation two imaging photometers
gptkbp:launch_date April 28, 2003
gptkbp:launch_site gptkb:Cape_Canaveral_Air_Force_Station
gptkbp:launch_vehicle gptkb:Delta_II_7320-10
gptkbp:legacy contributed to the field of extragalactic astronomy
gptkbp:mission gptkb:observatory
February 2013
understand galaxy evolution
study the formation and evolution of galaxies
gptkbp:mission_duration approximately 6 years
gptkbp:notable_models space-based observatory
gptkbp:notable_work identified starburst galaxies
gptkbp:operated_by gptkb:NASA
gptkbp:operational_area 2003-2013
gptkbp:operational_status decommissioned
gptkbp:partnerships various academic institutions
gptkbp:power_output solar panels
gptkbp:provides_information_on open access policy
gptkbp:publishes numerous peer-reviewed articles
gptkbp:released publicly available
gptkbp:research 2003-2013
gptkbp:resolution high resolution
gptkbp:scientific_goals map the history of star formation
investigate the role of dark energy
gptkbp:status decommissioned in 2013
gptkbp:successor gptkb:James_Webb_Space_Telescope
gptkbp:targets galaxies
gptkbp:viewpoint 0.5 degrees