Supernova Legacy Survey (SNLS)

The Supernova Legacy Survey (SNLS) was an astronomical research project designed to study distant supernovae, particularly Type Ia supernovae, which are crucial for understanding the expansion of the universe. Conducted using powerful telescopes, the survey aimed to gather detailed data on these stellar explosions to improve measurements of cosmic distance and the rate of expansion. The findings from SNLS contributed significantly to our understanding of dark energy, the mysterious force driving the acceleration of the universe's expansion, thereby enhancing our knowledge of the universe's history and structure.