HD 95338 b is a fascinating world orbiting the star HD 95338, uncovered in 2020 through the clever use of radial velocity measurements at the Las Campanas Observatory. This discovery was made possible by the Carnegie Planet Finder Spectrograph, a precision instrument that detects the tiny gravitational tugs a planet exerts on its star. While HD 95338 b may not have a catchy nickname yet, it’s a prime example of the many curious exoplanets waiting to be explored in our galaxy. Imagine a planet quietly circling its star, subtly influencing its motion and inviting astronomers to uncover its secrets from afar—all thanks to the subtle dance caught by ground-based science!
