NASA hopes a new space telescope will give astronauts a closer glimpse at the far reaches of space than ever before.
The Nancy Grace Roman telescope, named after NASA's first Chief of Astronomy, is scheduled to launch as soon as this weekend.
Scientists believe it could be the key to uncovering the universe's deepest mysteries.
Doctor Dominic Benford of NASA joins Action News Mornings to talk about what could be a groundbreaking mission.
Watch the video above for more.