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Extreme galaxy-scale outflows are frequent among luminous early quasars

nature.com·May 6, 2026

The study reveals a high detection rate of powerful galaxy-scale outflows in luminous quasars at redshifts around 5-6, with velocities reaching up to 8,400 km/s, suggesting that quasar feedback may play a significant role in rapidly quenching star formation and regulating the evolution of early massive galaxies. These findings challenge current galaxy evolution models and indicate that such outflows are much more energetic than those observed in lower redshift samples.

The study reveals that exceptionally fast and powerful galaxy-scale outflows, observed in high-redshift quasars using the James Webb Space Telescope, are significantly more frequent and energetic than those observed at lower redshifts. This suggests that quasar feedback is a crucial mechanism in the rapid quenching and regulation of early massive galaxies. This insight could guide future research on galaxy evolution and the role of quasars in the early universe, potentially leading to refinements in cosmological models.

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