Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory

The Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory is a space telescope designed to detect and study extremely energetic cosmic events, such as gamma-ray bursts, which are intense flashes of radiation from distant explosions. It quickly locates these events using sensors that detect gamma rays and X-rays, then swiftly points its other instruments at the source to gather detailed data across multiple wavelengths. This rapid response allows scientists to observe and analyze transient phenomena in real time, helping them understand some of the most violent and mysterious processes in the universe.