Ross 128 b is a fascinating exoplanet orbiting the cool, dim red dwarf star Ross 128. Discovered in 2017 using the HARPS Spectrograph at the La Silla Observatory, this little world has captured the imagination of astronomers and space enthusiasts alike. Ross 128 b orbits its star much more closely than Earth does to the Sun, making its year incredibly short, though its star’s gentle warmth suggests it might be just right—not too hot, not too cold. While we don't know all the details yet, Ross 128 b’s proximity (just over 11 light-years away) places it among our cosmic neighbors, making it an exciting target in the search for potentially habitable planets beyond our solar system. It’s a small, intriguing world in a big universe!
