The Scientific Frontier

Exoplanets

3 articles

Artist's impression of multiple Jupiter-mass exoplanets, appearing as glowing lava balls, forming in the turbulent environment near a supermassive black hole.
Cosmos & Physics

Scientists model exoplanets forming near supermassive black holes

Millions of Jupiter-mass planets, described as dust giants exceeding Jupiter's mass and resembling lava balls, could form at a distance of tens of parsecs from supermassive black holes.

Dr. Evelyn Reed·June 14, 2026
An exoplanet with a thick, dark, smog-like atmosphere, as observed by the James Webb Space Telescope.
Cosmos & Physics

JWST reveals exoplanets with diesel smog-like atmospheres

The James Webb Space Telescope, designed to peer into the potential for life beyond Earth, is instead revealing exoplanets that are either bare and rocky or potentially choked by atmospheres filled wi

Dr. Evelyn Reed·June 14, 2026
A dramatic, cinematic depiction of Uranus and its moons, illustrating the resilience of its moon system against simulated cosmic instability.
Cosmos & Physics

Uranus moons hold clues to spotting undiscovered planets

In 85 percent of simulated planetary instability scenarios, Uranus' moon system collapsed, yet it stands today as a silent testament to a violent cosmic past.

Dr. Evelyn Reed·June 7, 2026