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Measuring the Cosmos: Credits

Editorial: Laura Ost, Gabe Popkin
Art and graphics: Natasha Hanacek, Brandon Hayes
Copy editing: Sarah Henderson
Science consultants: Susana Deustua, Scott Diddams, Johannes Hubmayr, John Lehman, Gillian Nave, Franklyn Quinlan, Joseph Rice, Joel Ullom, Jacob Ward, John Woodward 

Thanks also to colleagues around the world who provided photos and information.

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Created October 21, 2021, Updated July 23, 2025
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