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Groundbreaking KRONOS Program Explores Seven Young Exoplanets

3/2/2025

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KRONOS Program Launch

The KRONOS program, a groundbreaking partnership between Arizona State University, Michigan State University, and Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, will harness 154 hours of James Webb Space Telescope time to explore the atmospheres of seven young exoplanets, each less than 300 million years old. This exciting research promises to reveal vital secrets about how planets form and evolve.

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James Webb Discoveries

Recent discoveries from the James Webb Space Telescope have unveiled fascinating details about the atmospheres of exoplanets LTT 9779 b and WASP-121b. LTT 9779 b boasts reflective clouds and dramatic temperature swings, while WASP-121b showcases unusual wind patterns and surprising chemical distributions. These revelations deepen our grasp of atmospheric dynamics and the evolution of planets in harsh conditions.

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KRONOS Program Launch

The KRONOS program, a groundbreaking partnership between Arizona State University, Michigan State University, and Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, will harness 154 hours of James Webb Space Telescope time to explore the atmospheres of seven young exoplanets, each less than 300 million years old. This exciting research promises to reveal vital secrets about how planets form and evolve.

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