The article discusses the recent findings by Cambridge University astronomer Nikku Madhusudhan, presenting potential evidence of extraterrestrial life on the exoplanet K2-18b. This Neptune-like planet, located 120 light-years away, has conditions that could harbor liquid water, an essential ingredient for life. Using the James Webb Space Telescope, his team detected gases associated with microbial life on Earth, leading to claims of potential biosignatures. However, experts urge caution, stating that further confirmation from independent research is necessary before drawing definitive conclusions about life beyond Earth.
"Madhusudhan believes, could be suitable for life. Now, using the James Webb Space Telescope, he has detected two gases on that exoplanet, dimethyl sulfide, or DMS, and dimethyl disulfide, or DMDS..."
"While acknowledging that much work is needed to confirm the discovery of extraterrestrial life, the researcher believes the best explanation for his observations is that K2-18b is covered by a temperate, living ocean."
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