Rafael Luque

Rafael Luque

astronomer United States

Rafael Luque is an astronomer at the University of Chicago recognized for his expertise in exoplanets. He has been involved in analyzing data on K2-18b, highlighting the need for rigorous scrutiny of claims regarding extraterrestrial life, particularly questioning the reliability of signals previously attributed to biological activity.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
104,252
Power
6,618$
Sentiment
5.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Liechtenstein 1 8.00 0.08% +0% 38,137 32 $6,900 6$
United States 1 5.00 0.03% +0% 331,002,651 104,220 $21,000,000 6,612$
Totals 2 331,040,788 104,252 $21,006,900 6,618$
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Recent Mentions

United States United States: Dr. Rafael Luque is a postdoctoral scholar in the University of Chicago’s department of astronomy and astrophysics. 5

CNN: An exoplanet called K2-18b is highlighting the complexities of finding life beyond Earth

Liechtenstein Liechtenstein: Rafael Luque is an astronomer at the University of Chicago who characterized Madhusudhan as a world expert in exoplanets. 8

O Estado de S. Paulo (Estadão): Cientistas relataram em abril possíveis sinais de vida extraterrestre - veja o que eles concluíram