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New observations challenge evidence for an 'outsize' black hole in the early universe
New observations challenge evidence for an 'outsize' black hole in the early universe
A recent reanalysis of the outsize black hole galaxy UHZ1 using existing X-ray data and new infrared observations challenges a previous groundbreaking claim. Three years ago, this galaxy made news for hosting an unusually massive and heavily dust-obscured black hole formed through direct collapse. Led by Fan Zou of the University of Michigan, the new study reports no signs of hidden black hole…
phys.org/news/2026-11-evidence-outsize-black-hole-early.html