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The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope's High Latitude Time Domain Survey aims to revolutionize supernova Ia cosmology by optimizing survey parameters for dark energy measurements. This study simulates thousands of survey scenarios to identify the best strategies for maximizing scientific returns.

Why it matters: Optimizing survey design improves constraints on dark energy parameters, advancing our understanding of cosmic acceleration.

The big picture: Balancing time between prism, wide, and deep imaging, plus interlaced cadences, yields the best dark energy Figure of Merit.

Stunning stat: Around 20% prism, 30–40% wide imaging, and the rest deep imaging maximize the dark energy measurement potential.

Quick takeaway: Incorporating Rubin Observatory Deep Drilling Field supernovae and calibrations critically influence the optimal survey strategy.