# The Cosmic Evolution Survey (COSMOS) -- Overview

**Authors:** N. Scoville, H. Aussel, M. Brusa, P. Capak, C. M. Carollo, M. Elvis, M. Giavalisco, L. Guzzo, G. Hasinger, C. Impey, J. -P. Kneib, O. LeFevre, S. J. Lilly, B. Mobasher, A. Renzini, R. M. Rich, D. B. Sanders, E. Schinnerer, D. Schminovich, P. Shopbell  
**arXiv:** [astro-ph/0612305](https://arxiv.org/abs/astro-ph/0612305)  
**Date:** 2006-12-12  
**Summary page:** https://www.summarizepaper.com/en/arxiv-id/astro-ph--0612305v1/

## Key points

- The Cosmic Evolution Survey (COSMOS) is a groundbreaking project investigating the interconnected evolution of galaxies, star formation, active galactic nuclei (AGN), and dark matter (DM) within large-scale structure (LSS).
- COSMOS encompasses multi-wavelength imaging and spectroscopy from X-ray to radio wavelengths over a 2 square degree area, including high-resolution Hubble Space Telescope (HST) imaging.
- The strength of COSMOS lies in its high sensitivity and resolution datasets, enabling identification of objects at high redshift with reduced cosmic variance compared to previous surveys.
- Led by a diverse team of esteemed researchers, the COSMOS project aims to unravel key mysteries surrounding galaxy evolution and cosmic structures.
- COSMOS represents a pivotal endeavor in modern astrophysics, redefining our understanding of the universe's evolution through innovative approaches to studying galaxies across vast cosmic distances.

## Summary

The Cosmic Evolution Survey (COSMOS) is a groundbreaking project aimed at investigating the interconnected evolution of galaxies, star formation, active galactic nuclei (AGN), and dark matter (DM) within the framework of large-scale structure (LSS). This comprehensive survey encompasses multi-wavelength imaging and spectroscopy spanning from X-ray to radio wavelengths. It covers an expansive 2 square degree area that includes high-resolution Hubble Space Telescope (HST) imaging. The strength of COSMOS lies in its exceptionally high sensitivity and resolution datasets, which enable the identification of objects at high redshift with significantly reduced cosmic variance compared to previous surveys. By leveraging these cutting-edge resources, COSMOS provides unprecedented samples for studying the evolution of celestial bodies over cosmic time scales. Led by a diverse team of esteemed researchers including N. Scoville, H. Aussel, M. Brusa, P. Capak, C.M. Carollo, M. Elvis, M. Giavalisco, L.Guzzo,G.Hasinger,C.Impey,J.-P.Kneib,O.LeFevre,S.J.Lilly,B.Mobasher,A.Renzini,R.M.Rich,D.B.Sanders,E.Schinnerer,D.Schminovich,P.Shopbell,Y.Taniguchi,N.D.Tyson,the COSMOS project aims to unravel key mysteries surrounding galaxy evolution and the formation of cosmic structures. In summary,COSMOS represents a pivotal endeavor in modern astrophysics,redefining our understanding of the universe's evolution through its innovative approach to studying galaxies and their environments across vast cosmic distances.This ambitious survey not only sheds light on the past but also paves the way for new discoveries that will shape our future understanding of the cosmos as a whole.