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Doubts Grow Over Potential Biosignature on Exoplanet K2-18b

New analyses challenge the initial detection of dimethyl sulfide, highlighting noisy data and alternative chemical explanations.

Webb Telescope Confirms First Extraterrestrial Water Ice in Young Star System

Methane Clouds and Key Organic Molecule Detected on Titan

James Webb Telescope Unveils Clear Atmosphere of Hot Sub-Neptune TOI-421 b

NASA Orbiter Captures First Image of Curiosity Rover in Motion on Mars

Astronomers Confirm Discovery of Rare Disintegrating Exoplanet BD+05 4868 Ab

Astronomers Unveil Disintegrating Exoplanet with Record-Breaking Dust Tail

Potential Biosignature Detected on Exoplanet K2-18b Sparks Calls for Caution

New Study Links Ancient Martian Valleys to Rain and Snow

Potential Biosignature Detected on Exoplanet K2-18b

Potential Biosignatures Detected on Exoplanet K2-18b

Astronomers Detect Strongest Potential Biosignature on Exoplanet K2-18 b

NASA Rovers Reveal Ancient Carbon Cycle and Water History on Mars

Study Sets Statistical Limits on Life's Prevalence in the Universe

New Study Finds Titan’s Ocean Could Support Only Tiny Microbial Life

Study Reveals Null Results in Exoplanet Surveys Can Sharpen Search for Extraterrestrial Life

NASA Study Reveals Microgravity's Severe Impact on Weight-Bearing Bones

NASA's Curiosity Discovers Largest Organic Molecules on Mars

Astronomers Confirm Four Rocky Planets Orbiting Barnard's Star

Webb Telescope Reveals Complex Atmosphere of Starless Super-Jupiter SIMP 0136