Kepler-111b’s Place in the Search for Extraterrestrial Life
In today’s paper, the authors use a network of radio telescopes that spans the globe to help refine future searches for alien life.
Oxidation! What is it good for? Literally everything.
Oxidation states influence planet structures and atmospheres. How much variation in oxidation can we expect in exoplanet systems?
Interview Series: Ronald López
In today’s Beyond post, we interview Ronald López, an Afro-Latino astronomer interested in exoplanet instrumentation!
Signs of (Pre-)Life: Can JWST Detect Conditions for the Formation of Earth-like Life on Distant Planets?
Signs of life on other worlds might be detectable with today’s instruments – but can JWST detect the signs of conditions where life could form? Today’s authors try to answer this question.
Vibe Checking TRAPPIST-1c – Using JWST to Look for Exoplanet Atmospheres
Curious about how astronomers “vibe check” exoplanets? Find out with today’s paper that looks to see whether TRAPPIST-1c has an atmosphere!
Orbital Teasing: Planetary siblings pick on each other with TTVs
Does your sibling know how to push your buttons? Turns out exoplanets also mess with each other. This “teasing” can be used to learn about their character(istics)!