9 Billion Years of Universe Evolution (VIDEO) Center for Astrophysics | Harvard & Smithsonian This video is under embargo. Please login to access this video. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Caption This computer animation, created using new software called Arepo, simulates nine billion years of cosmic history. Arepo can accurately follow the birth and evolution of thousands of galaxies over billions of years. Arepo generates the full variety of galaxies seen locally, including majestic spirals like the Milky Way and Andromeda. Credit CfA/UCSD/HITS/M. Vogelsberger (CfA) & V. Springel (HITS) Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.