Small Planet, Small Star (2 of 2) (IMAGE) U.S. National Science Foundation Caption David Bennett, associate professor of physics at the University of Notre Dame, discusses the most recent extrasolar planet discovery using the microlensing method. Credit National Science Foundation / University of Notre Dame Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.