quarkedupastronomo.bsky.social
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In summary, the paper engages in statistical hacking to hit the magical '3σ'.

Now here's where the bad science communication comes in.

The University of Cambridge put out a press release making bold claims about a detection of possible biosignatures.

www.cam.ac.uk/stories/stro...
Strongest hints yet of biological activity outside the solar system
Astronomers have detected the most promising signs yet of a possible biosignature outside the solar system, although they remain cautious.
www.cam.ac.uk
April 17, 2025 at 4:08 PM