JWST Detects Unexpectedly Massive Black Holes in the Early Universe

A new study led by Jorryt Matthee of ISTA reveals that black holes in early galaxies were significantly more massive than expected. Using JWST data, researchers found that some black holes accounted for nearly 10% of their galaxy’s stellar mass—far exceeding the 0.01% ratio seen in modern galaxies. The findings challenge existing growth models, suggesting that dense…

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