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 February 16, 2024

Uncovering details about exoplanets.

The University of Arizona-backed James Webb Space Telescope has opened new insight about planets outside our solar system.
by Tony Perkins

SV Exoplanets An artist’s conception shows habitable-zone exoplanets with similarities to Earth: from left, Kepler-22b, Kepler-69c, Kepler-452b, Kepler-62f and Kepler-186f. Last in line is Earth itself.
NASA, JPL-Caltech

The University of Arizona-backed James Webb Space Telescope has opened new insight about planets outside our solar system. UA planetary scientist Sara Moran reveals the latest knowledge about exoplanets and the bizarre materials that make up their atmospheres. Dr. Moran is one of the featured presenters in the 2024 College of Science lecture series.

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Uncovering details about exoplanets

This episode is supported by the The Research Corporation for Science Advancement.
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Episode 403: UA planetary scientist Sara Moran

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