GJ 1148 c is a fascinating exoplanet orbiting the star GJ 1148, discovered in 2017 using the radial velocity method at the Calar Alto Observatory with the CARMENES instrument. This intriguing world was found from the ground and showcases how astronomers can detect planets by observing the subtle wobbles in a star caused by an orbiting companion. While we don’t have an official name for this planet yet, GJ 1148 c stands as a stellar example of the many diverse planets lurking around nearby stars. Its discovery adds a great chapter to our exploration of the cosmos, reminding us that even from Earth, in observatories like Calar Alto, the universe keeps revealing its secrets, one planet at a time!
