Exoplanets like Earth have been discovered but not all Earth-like planets are equal when it comes to alien life.

Astrobiology Club at the University seeks to break down misconceptions of alien life and create a space for scientific discussions.

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Just 4.3 light years from Earth lies a star called Alpha Centauri A, which is famous for being the nearest star that resembles our own Sun. In the popular Avatar movies, this star's system is home to ...

The recent discovery of a potential gas giant circling the nearby star Alpha Centauri A has led to speculation that it may be orbited in turn by a habitable moon that could support life, just like in ...