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Teen Discovers Massive Black Hole Remnants in Chile

3/25/2025

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A remarkable discovery has emerged from the mind of 17-year-old Julian Shapiro, a student at Dalton High School in New York City. While analyzing the DECaPS2 survey, he uncovered remnants of a black hole in Chile, measuring twice the width of the Milky Way. Shapiro is determined to delve deeper into the light echo, seeking to unravel the mysteries of galactic activity.

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A remarkable discovery has emerged from the mind of 17-year-old Julian Shapiro, a student at Dalton High School in New York City. While analyzing the DECaPS2 survey, he uncovered remnants of a black hole in Chile, measuring twice the width of the Milky Way. Shapiro is determined to delve deeper into the light echo, seeking to unravel the mysteries of galactic activity.