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Rice research on super-Earths and mini-Neptunes suggests more Earth-like planets may exist
March 11, 2025
HOUSTON, Texas, March 11 -- Rice University posted the following news release:

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Rice research on super-Earths and mini-Neptunes suggests more Earth-like planets may exist

A new study by Rice University researchers Sho Shibata and Andre Izidoro presents a compelling new model for the formation of super-Earths and mini-Neptunes -- planets that are 1 to 4 times the size of Earth and among the most common in our galaxy. Using advanced simulations, the rese . . .

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