Researchers Studying Proxima Centauri b Tout ‘Significant Leap Forward’ in Understanding Habitable Earth-Like Planets Christopher Plain·May 14, 2024A new analysis of exoplanet Proxima Centauri b marks a significant leap forward in understanding habitable Earth-like planets.
“Disturbing” Light Asymmetry Spotted on Exoplanet WASP-76b May Finally Have an Explanation Christopher Plain·April 9, 2024Astronomers say they may have finally unraveled the mystery of a disturbing light asymmetry observed on exoplanet WASP-76b.
James Webb Space Telescope Has Discovered Something On a Nearby Exoplanet That Could “Reshape Our Understanding” of Planetary Evolution MJ Banias·November 16, 2023The James Webb Space Telescope, in a recent observation of exoplanet WASP-107b, has discovered some peculiar phenomena on the planet.
‘Ghost Signals’ from Trappist-1 Exoplanetary System Revealed by James Webb Space Telescope Christopher Plain·September 26, 2023Readings from the Trappist 1 star system have revealed "ghost signals" that could affect the search for life on its habitable zone planets.
Exoplanet Specialist Sara Seager is Rebelliously Curious Learn what steps researchers are currently taking to find life on another planet Christopher Plain·April 29, 2022The Debrief’s intrepid host Chrissy Newton talks to MIT astrophysicist, planetary scientist, and exoplanet specialist Sara Seager.
Exoplanet Atmosphere Mapped by Researchers Results Will Help Search for Extraterrestrial Life Christopher Plain·February 2, 2022Researchers have created a three-dimensional map of the atmosphere of an exoplanet 322 light-years from Earth. The resulting...