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JWST Unveils Atmospheric Asymmetry on Ultra-Hot Jupiter WASP-121 b

The James Webb Space Telescope's NIRSpec reveals significant temperature differences between the evening and morning terminators of ultra-ho...

Jun 14, 2026 · 2 min read

Exoplanets

James Webb Space Telescope Unveils Mineral Clouds on Hot Jupiter WASP-94A b

The James Webb Space Telescope reveals a daily weather cycle with mineral clouds on the exoplanet WASP-94A b, located about 700 light-years...

May 29, 2026 · 4 min read

Exoplanets

TOI-199b: JWST's Atmospheric Characterization of a Rare Temperate Saturn-Sized Exoplanet

The James Webb Space Telescope's 2026 observations of TOI-199b reveal a unique atmospheric composition, filling a gap between hot Jupiters a...

May 25, 2026 · 3 min read

Exoplanets

JWST's First Direct Surface Observation of Rocky Exoplanet LHS 3844 b

The James Webb Space Telescope's observation of LHS 3844 b reveals a dark, airless world, offering insights into atmosphere retention and su...

May 12, 2026 · 3 min read

Exoplanets

JWST Detects Methane and CO2 in K2-18b Atmosphere: Implications for Extraterrestrial Life

Discover how the James Webb Space Telescope's detection of methane and carbon dioxide in K2-18b's atmosphere advances the search for life be...

May 07, 2026 · 4 min read