K2-18B: Astronomers Strengthen Claims of Compelling Evidence for Alien Life

Disputes continue among astronomers regarding whether we are on the brink of discovering “the strongest evidence” for extraterrestrial life or if we have yet to observe anything conclusive. Recent reevaluations by the researchers behind bold initial claims have suggested the presence of biological molecules, though skeptics argue that this new analysis casts doubt on the original findings.

In a notable study, Nick Madhusdan from Cambridge University and his team reported compelling signs of a molecular-rich atmosphere surrounding K2-18B, a super-Earth located 124 light years away…