Probing the nurseries of miniature planetary systems
New research led by a University of St Andrews astronomer has found evidence for what might be the raw material for the beginning of shrunken versions of our solar system.
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Astronomer’s role in new planets discovery
A St Andrews researcher is part of the leading team of planet-hunting astronomers that have discovered three new planets.
Discovery of earth-like planet
L-R: Professor Keith Horne, an artist's illustration of the new planet (credit European Southern Observatory), Dr Martin Dominik (credit Alan Richardson).
Life on other planets
Is there life on other planets and how can we recognise it?