Is there life on K2-18B?

The detection of planets in other stars is now routine. Now astronomers can even analyze their atmospheres – and maybe soon discover traces of life.

By Rüdiger Vaas

The title of a press release that the renowned Cambridge University sent in April 2025 was as spectacular as it was misleading:

Is there life on K2-18B?

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“The secret of the quantum world” explains quantum physics humorously with comics, cat Bob & Hund Rick. Perfect for everyone who wants to understand science exciting and easily.

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