A team of scientists is developing a "quantum-sensitive" device that could capture direct images of Earth-like exoplanets — something astronomers tend to consider so difficult it's nearly impossible.

To answer significant questions about planetary systems, such as whether our solar system is a rare phenomenon or if life exists on planets other than Earth, NASA should lead a large direct imaging ...

An instrument is set to improve the detection and direct imaging of planets outside our solar system by harnessing the power of liquid crystals. The Programmable Liquid-crystal Active Coronagraphic ...

For years, astronomers have sought a way to directly observe the atmospheres of exoplanets, worlds orbiting distant stars.

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. The NASA/ESA/CSA James Webb Space Telescope's NIRCam (Near-Infrared Camera) captured this image ...

The James Webb Space Telescope has captured an exoplanet no one had seen before. This marks a turning point in space exploration and opens up a path to finding small, cold worlds far beyond our Solar ...

NASA's Hubble Space Telescope and New Horizons spacecraft simultaneously set their sights on Uranus recently, allowing scientists to make a direct comparison of the planet from two very different ...

The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) directly imaged exoplanet TWA 7 b for the first time. A special coronagraph blocked the star's light, allowing the exoplanet to be seen. TWA 7 b is surprisingly ...

A new device uses quantum optics to filter out starlight in real time — bringing scientists closer to directly observing Earth-like worlds. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an ...

A game-changing instrument is set to improve the detection and direct imaging of planets outside our Solar System by harnessing the power of liquid crystals. The Programmable Liquid-crystal Active ...

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Last week, astronomers unveiled exciting new images of planets in the HR 8799 and 51 Eridani star ...