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Building an Earth? Oct 03, 2007

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An infant Earth may be forming in a star system over 400 light-years away, according to new results from the Spitzer Space Telescope.

Neon Signs in Space Sep 12, 2007

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A recent detection of neon gas in planet-forming disks may help us better understand how planets form and whether or not life may exist elsewhere in the cosmos.

Putting the Brakes on Star Formation Aug 16, 2007

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Spitzer learns why one class of galaxy seems to have trouble forming new stars.

Planets with Four Suns? Aug 10, 2007

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New results from the Spitzer Space Telescope hint that other solar systems may be even more exotic than we've ever imagined.

A Tale of Two Worlds -- One Hot, One Windy May 14, 2007

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Astronomers have studied two very intriguing planets beyond our solar system -- one super hot, one super windy. This podcast comes from NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory.

Double Sunsets in Distant Skies Mar 29, 2007

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Once thought to be the stuff of science fiction, double sunsets may be much more common in the universe than previously believed. Dr. David Trilling discusses the Spitzer Space Telescope's recent results.

Hunting for Molecules on Faraway Planets Feb 21, 2007

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A first from the Spitzer Space Telescope. A new finding is a stepping stone to eventually studying signs of life on worlds where life could exist. (JPL Podcast)

Atmospheres on Alien Worlds Feb 21, 2007

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Using the Spitzer Space Telescope, astronomers have for the first time discovered what the atmosphere is like on planets outside our solar system! Drs. Sara Seager and David Charbonneau discuss this groundbreaking technique with Robert Hurt.

Pillars of Destruction Jan 09, 2007

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Hubble's "Pillars of Creation" within the Eagle Nebula is one of the most famous astronomical images of all time. But new Spitzer observations by Nicolas Flagey have led to a surprising discovery: they may soon become "Pillars of Destruction."

Spitzer Sees the Light Dec 18, 2006

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In the beginning there was darkness...but now, Spitzer Scientists say they are seeing the universe's first light.