Stunning Portrait of Jupiter and its Galilean Moons Captured through JunoCam Images and Expert ‘Citizen-Scientist’ Processing

NASA’s Juno orbiter has captured stunning images of Jupiter and three of its moons, Ganymede, Europa, and Io. The images were processed by citizen scientists Kevin Gill and Thomas Thomopoulos. The Juno orbiter has been orbiting Jupiter since July 2016, collecting valuable data on the planet’s atmosphere. The JunoCam imager, which is available for public processing and sharing, has allowed citizen scientists to contribute to the mission. The images showcase the beauty and diversity of Jupiter and its moons, providing insights into their dynamics. The mission exemplifies collaboration between professional scientists and amateurs, pushing the boundaries of human knowledge.

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