Strongest hints yet of biological activity outside the solar system
Apr 17,25 | 01:37 EST
Astronomers, led by the University of Cambridge, have detected compelling signs of possible biosignature molecules dimethyl sulfide (DMS) and/or dimethyl disulfide (DMDS) in the atmosphere of the exoplanet K2-18b using data from the James Webb Space Telescope. These molecules on Earth are produced only by life, primarily microbial, making this the strongest evidence to date for potential life beyond our solar system, though scientists remain cautious and call for further observations and studies.
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