Meet KMT-2019-BLG-0335L b, a newly discovered exoplanet spotted in 2023 thanks to the clever microlensing technique wielded by the KMTNet team on Earth. This little cosmic gem orbits the star KMT-2019-BLG-0335L, with its discovery unveiled by the powerful 18k Mosaic CCD camera. Though it doesn’t have a flashy proper name yet, it's already making waves as a fascinating find in the galaxy. Microlensing, which relies on the gravity of a star bending light from a more distant star, allowed astronomers to glimpse this planet’s presence without needing to see it directly—like spotting a shadow in a cosmic game of hide-and-seek. Keep an eye out for KMT-2019-BLG-0335L b as astronomers continue to unlock the secrets of this intriguing place!
