We've known for over 30 years that there are other stellar systems in our galaxy, but we don't have any idea how many there ...

2025 — A combination of cosmic processes shapes the formation of one of the most common types of planets outside of our solar system, according to a new ... Mar. 13, 2025 — Water once existed ...

The ELT could identify biosignatures on planets in our solar system as well as orbiting Proxima Centauri within hours.

The Sweden Solar System is the largest scale model of the Solar System in existence, and it spans the entire Swedish territory. It was created by astronomers Nils Brenning and Gösta Gahm to help ...

The number of planetary moons may also increase if we find more planets in the solar system. One such world is the elusive Planet Nine — a hypothetical giant planet that may lurk in the far ...

Our solar system, in contrast ... Kepler-62 is an example, with five planets that take about 6, 12, 18, 122, and 267 days to orbit their star (period ratios of 2.2, 1.5, 6.7, and 2.2, respectively).

one which can offer superb views of the other bodies in the solar system. But which one to choose? We've got you covered with our guide to the best telescopes for seeing planets. There are several ...

What can Venus-like exoplanets, also known as exoVenuses, teach us about our own solar system and potentially finding life ...

The JWST has spotted the presence of carbon dioxide on HR 8799’s four known planets, part of a system astronomers use to explore the formation of our own system. The results are consistent with models ...

A massive wave of solar wind that squished Jupiter's protective bubble has been detected for the first time.Scientists at the ...