NASA researchers speculate that CWISE J124909.08+362116.0 may have originated from a globular cluster, known for its dense star population and age, likely dating back to the galaxy's first generations.
The object, CWISE J124909.08+362116.0, may be a runaway star or brown dwarf flung into intergalactic space, possibly as a result of a supernova explosion from its companion white dwarf.
Citizen scientists first identified CWISE J124909.08+362116.0 while investigating data from the Wide-field Infrared Explorer mission, showcasing the potential of public involvement in astronomical discoveries.
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