Strong Evidence of Potential Life on Exoplanet Discovered by James Webb Telescope

Data from the James Webb Space Telescope suggests significant signs of biological activity on the exoplanet K2-18b, according to a study conducted by researchers at the University of Cambridge. The findings, revealed on June 2, 2025, mark a pivotal moment in the search for extraterrestrial life, with the study indicating the potential presence of biosignatures.
K2-18b, located approximately 120 light-years from Earth in the constellation Leo, is a super-Earth that orbits within the habitable zone of its host star, where conditions could support liquid water. Researchers detected specific chemical signatures in the planet's atmosphere that suggest the possibility of microbial lifeforms, paving the way for future exploration and study.
"The results are profoundly exciting and could change our understanding of life elsewhere in the universe," lead author of the study stated. This discovery reinforces theories about the potential for habitability on planets outside our solar system and raises important questions about the origins and existence of life beyond Earth.