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Resolved ALMA observations of water in the inner astronomical units of the HL Tau disk

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Published in Nature Astronomy · View the paper (DOI)

Astronomers have discovered a significant amount of water vapor in the disc around a young star, located exactly where planets are thought to be forming. This finding provides new insights into the distribution of water in planet-forming discs and its potential impact on planetary formation.

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  • Astronomers reveal a new link between water and planet formation
    • Article 1 University of Manchester · Feb 29, 2024 · first to report
    • Article 2 ESO · Feb 29, 2024