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Cambridge Astronomers Discover Gas Giant Around Star MP Mus

7/15/2025

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Astronomers at the University of Cambridge have made an exciting discovery: a gas giant orbiting the star MP Mus, once believed to be devoid of planets. Analyzing data from ALMA and Gaia, they uncovered gaps in the star's protoplanetary disc, hinting at ongoing planet formation. This groundbreaking finding opens the door to the possibility of more concealed planets waiting to be found.

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Astronomers at the University of Cambridge have made an exciting discovery: a gas giant orbiting the star MP Mus, once believed to be devoid of planets. Analyzing data from ALMA and Gaia, they uncovered gaps in the star's protoplanetary disc, hinting at ongoing planet formation. This groundbreaking finding opens the door to the possibility of more concealed planets waiting to be found.