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To build on Mars, scientists create self-sustaining ‘living’ material
Scientists have developed a self-sustaining material derived from microbes that can transform Martian dust into concrete for constructing future habitats.
Infrared search for hidden ‘Planet Nine’ reveals two new candidates
By searching for the faint heat signature of a hidden world, astronomers have identified two promising new candidates for the mysterious Planet Nine.
‘Extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence’ − an astronomer explains how much evidence scientists need to claim discoveries like extraterrestrial life
The universe is filled with countless galaxies, stars and planets. Astronomers may find life one day, but they…
The Viewpoint: Four small planets discovered around one of the closest stars to Earth – an expert explains what we know
Four small planets discovered around one of the closest stars to Earth – an expert explains what we…
Scientists claim to have found evidence of alien life. But ‘biosignatures’ might hide more than they reveal
Artist’s impression of the exoplanet K2-18b. A. Smith/N. Madhusudhan (University of Cambridge) Campbell Rider, University of Sydney Whether…
Four small planets discovered around one of the closest stars to Earth – an expert explains what we know
Coel Hellier, Keele University Barnard’s Star is a small, dim star, of the type that astronomers call red…
Mission possible − parastronaut programs can make space travel more inclusive and attainable for all
The European Space Agency’s astronaut cohort includes a parastronaut, as part of a feasability project. AP Photo/Francois Mori…
New LiDAR System Captures High-Resolution 3D Images from 1 Kilometer Away
At a Glance Scientists have developed a cutting-edge LiDAR system capable of capturing high-resolution 3D images up to…