GJ 1252 b is an intriguing little world orbiting the star GJ 1252, discovered in 2020 by the space-based Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite, affectionately known as TESS. This exoplanet makes itself known by passing in front of its star, causing tiny dips in brightness that reveal its presence to our watchful instruments. Though details like its distance from Earth are a bit shy, GJ 1252 b’s close orbit likely cooks its surface to scorching temperatures, making it an exciting example of a sizzling world beyond our solar system. Thanks to TESS’s sharp eyes, we continue to uncover such hidden gems, expanding our cosmic neighborhood with every new discovery!
