Nasa’s Viking Missions Accidentally Killed Life on Mars?
Astrobiologist raises concerns that historic space mission's experiments may have wiped out potential life on the Red Planet. The proposed theory challenges traditional methods for detecting extraterrestrial life by targeting water-rich environments, suggesting new protocols to detect life in extremely arid conditions.
India-Elon Musk Partner in Groundbreaking Satellite Launch
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) will collaborate with SpaceX to launch its largest communication satellite, Gsat-20, aboard the Falcon-9 rocket. The weighty 4,700 kg satellite surpasses India's current capabilities and showcases growing advancements in international space collaboration.
Pentagon Reveals 757 UFO Sightings – Majority Remain Unexplained
US Department of Defense logs report detailing hundreds of new unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP) sightings, mostly occurring within airspace. While none have been linked to extraterrestrial activity, many remain perplexing due to insufficient data.
Moon Volcanoism Unveiled by Chinese Chang'e-6 Samples
Recovering samples from China's Chang'e-6 mission reveal ancient volcanic activity spanning over 1.4 billion years on the moon's far side. Analyzed fragments indicate eruptions began as far back as 4.2 billion years ago, providing key insights into early lunar evolution.
China Develops Lunar Soil Bricks for Permanent Base by 2035
Prototype bricks, stronger than standard models, are being tested in space to assess durability against harsh lunar conditions. The use of lunar resources aims to reduce costs associated with transporting materials from Earth, paving the way for a permanent base on the Moon.
'Alien' Message from Mars Decoded, Representing Life-Building Blocks
European Space Agency's ExoMars Trace Gas Orbiter transmitted a message containing movement and potentially indicating life on Mars. A team of citizen scientists deciphered the complex signal after year-long efforts to fully understand its significance.
ISRO Boosts Space Sector Growth with Low-Cost Launches
Recent figures show the Indian space sector generating substantial revenue, placing ISRO as one of the world's eight largest economies from space-related activities. This success can be attributed to a lower-cost approach compared to NASA, boasting a revenue multiplier effect of 2.54 for every dollar generated.
Scientist Overcomes Breast Cancer with Lab-Grown Viruses
A groundbreaking treatment has allowed an expert infectious disease researcher to treat her own stage-3 breast cancer by administering lab-grown viruses directly into the tumor, achieving significant cancer-free status over four years.
ISRO Sees Return of $2.50 for Every Rupee Spent in Space
New study reveals this cost-benefit analysis of ISRO's expenditures compared to a mere 1 rupee return for NASA dollars, bolstering Indian government support for sustainable space initiatives.
Zombie Birds Turned High-Tech Drones and Robots
Researchers turn deceased birds into innovative tools using microalgae and bacteria-based approach. This biodegradable technology reduces plastic consumption while providing practical applications in drone development.