GLOW: Exploring effects of rocky exoplanet composition on habitability and target selectio — NSF Award to Arizona State University
The composition of rocky planets orbiting other stars (exoplanets) can differ according to silicon, magnesium, calcium, and aluminum content. These differences relative to Earth may impact their planetary evolution and habitability. In previous lab experiments on materials like those expected for rocky exoplanets, the
| Award title | GLOW: Exploring effects of rocky exoplanet composition on habitability and target selectio |
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| Award ID | 2511233 |
| Awardee | Arizona State University |
| City | SCOTTSDALE |
| State | AZ |
| Amount obligated | $635,366 |
| Principal investigator | Kara Brugman |
| Program | PLANETARY ASTRONOMY, CESEV-Chem Evo of Earth & Volc |
| Start date | 09/01/2025 |
| Abstract | The composition of rocky planets orbiting other stars (exoplanets) can differ according to silicon, magnesium, calcium, and aluminum content. These differences relative to Earth may impact their planetary evolution and habitability. In previous lab experiments on materials like those expected for rocky exoplanets, the project team found small changes in composition could suppress the cycling of elements necessary for life and cause a long-lived lava ocean. In this project, high pressure and temp |
| Source | NSF Awards |
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