Scientists just mapped dark matter in better detail than ever

Using data from the James Webb Space Telescope, astronomers have produced one of the most detailed maps to date of dark matter - (Dr Gavin Leroy/Professor Richard Massey/COSMOS-Webb collaboration.)

Scientists have created the most detailed ever map of dark matter, and hope to use it to better understand the mysterious and elusive part of our universe.

The new map shows the way that dark matter has helped form the stars, galaxies and planets around us, the researchers say.