"We reported hints of methane, but the question is, 'is the methane attributable to molecules in the atmosphere of the planet ...

The mystery of whether TRAPPIST-1e has an atmosphere capable of hosting life continues. Discover more about it.

More research is needed before scientists can determine whether the recently observed methane signatures point to the presence of an atmosphere or are simply the result of contamination from the host ...

Key components of the new spectrograph designed at UNIGE have been successfully tested. They will enable analysis of light from the exoplanet Proxima b.

Researchers studied the data closely and suggested a few possible ideas about the planet’s atmosphere and surface.

New research shows how the star's powerful outbursts could help scientists assess which worlds might support life.

Using a powerful combination of space-based measurements and Subaru’s advanced imaging, astronomers have discovered two rare companions, one of which enables a key test for NASA’s Roman Space ...

Does the Earth-sized TRAPPIST-1e have the conditions for supporting life as we know it, specifically an appropriate ...