Astrophysics: Most distant cosmic blast seen
arXiv:0911.0202 · doi:10.1038/4611221a
Abstract
The most distant -ray burst yet sighted is the earliest astronomical object ever observed in cosmic history. This ancient beacon offers a glimpse of the little-known cosmic dark ages.
Published in Nature News & Views
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