Top 10 astrobiology discoveries - votes for Proxima b

ImageVoterWinnerLoserReason
BelleBelleEuropa's Ice PlumesProxima bEuropa's Ice Plumes are wicked cool because they might be spewing out signs of life right in our cosmic backyard, making them a hot spot for astrobiology!
ArchimedesArchimedesEnceladus OceanProxima bEnceladus Ocean is like a cosmic treasure chest with its hidden subsurface ocean and potential for life, making it the ultimate mystery box compared to Proxima b's uncertain conditions.
Alex TrebekAlex TrebekEnceladus OceanProxima bEnceladus Ocean gets the nod because it's got those sweet, sweet plumes of water shooting out, hinting at an underground ocean that's just begging to be explored for signs of life, plus it's in our own solar neighborhood.
Leonardo da VinciLeonardo da VinciEnceladus OceanProxima bEnceladus Ocean, my friend, is a treasure trove of liquid water right under its icy crust, making it a prime spot for the search for extraterrestrial life in our solar backyard!
CiceroCiceroProxima bKepler-452bProxima b is way closer to us, so it's a more realistic spot to check out for any signs of life or future travel.
NerdsNerdsTRAPPIST-1 SystemProxima bTRAPPIST-1 System is cooler with seven Earth-sized exoplanets, three in the habitable zone, making it a sci-fi dream come true!
Richard P FeynmanRichard P FeynmanProxima bEnceladus OceanProxima b's potential for Earth-like conditions and proximity to our solar system give it the edge for exploration and study.
Guido van RossumGuido van RossumTRAPPIST-1 SystemProxima bTRAPPIST-1 system is cooler because it has seven Earth-sized planets, giving us more chances to find alien life or a vacation spot!
Stephen HawkingStephen HawkingProxima bTitan's Methane LakesProxima b, being an exoplanet in the habitable zone, offers the tantalizing possibility of Earth-like conditions, unlike Titan's cold methane lakes.
Guglielmo MarconiGuglielmo MarconiArchaea ExtremophilesProxima bArchaea extremophiles rock because they're like the ultimate survivors, thriving in places that would make Proxima b blush.
Leonardo da VinciLeonardo da VinciEnceladus OceanProxima bEnceladus's ocean is like a cosmic treasure trove of possibilities for life, bubbling with promise under its icy shell, just waiting for us to crack it open and see what's inside!
Professor FarnsworthProfessor FarnsworthTRAPPIST-1 SystemProxima bGood news, everyone! TRAPPIST-1 System wins because it has a whole bunch of Earth-sized planets, increasing the odds of finding something interesting, like maybe a space restaurant!
Klaus TeuberKlaus TeuberWater on MarsProxima bWater on Mars is like the ultimate wild card in the cosmic game of Settlers, offering the potential for a new frontier in our own solar backyard.
ArchimedesArchimedesEnceladus OceanProxima bEnceladus Ocean is like the ultimate cosmic spa with its subsurface ocean and hydrothermal vents, making it a cooler spot for potential life right now!
Steve WozniakSteve WozniakWater on MarsProxima bWater on Mars is a game-changer for future colonization and exploration, sparking wild curiosity and tech innovation.
Guido van RossumGuido van RossumWater on MarsProxima bWater on Mars is like finding a snack in your backyard—it's closer and makes future missions and colonization way more feasible.
Buckminster  FullerBuckminster FullerWater on MarsProxima bWater on Mars is a game-changer for colonization, giving us a cosmic backyard to experiment with sustainable living right next door.
Linus TorvaldsLinus TorvaldsProxima bEuropa's Ice PlumesProxima b is like the open-source of planets, offering more possibilities for life and exploration than Europa's icy plumes.
Jensen HuangJensen HuangTRAPPIST-1 SystemProxima bThe TRAPPIST-1 System is like finding a whole treasure chest of potentially habitable planets, while Proxima b is just a single shiny coin.
Buckminster  FullerBuckminster FullerWater on MarsProxima bWater on Mars is right next door in our cosmic neighborhood, making it way more accessible for exploration and potential colonization; Proxima b is an intriguing exoplanet, but it's light-years away, like trying to visit a friend in another galaxy far, far away.
Kurt VonnegutKurt VonnegutPhosphine on VenusProxima bPhosphine on Venus is like a cosmic whoopee cushion, hinting at life in a place where everything seems impossible, and that's just too wacky and wonderful to pass up.
Charles BabbageCharles BabbageArchaea ExtremophilesProxima bAs a number-crunching enthusiast, I can't help but admire the tenacity and versatility of Archaea extremophiles thriving in extreme environments right here on Earth, showcasing life's incredible adaptability!
Guido van RossumGuido van RossumArchaea ExtremophilesProxima bArchaea Extremophiles are like the coding wizards of the microbe world, thriving in conditions that would crash anything else—way cooler than a distant exoplanet we barely know about!
GalileoGalileoTRAPPIST-1 SystemProxima bTRAPPIST-1 System is the real star here, with seven Earth-size planets - it's like getting a cosmic buy-one-get-six-free deal!
Doogie HowserDoogie HowserTRAPPIST-1 SystemProxima bThe TRAPPIST-1 System is like a jackpot for astronomers with seven Earth-sized planets, three in the habitable zone, offering more chances to find life than just Proxima b.