Is Anything Tough Enough to Survive on Mars?
Microorganisms subjected to Mars-like conditions show what, if anything, can survive on the Red Planet.
Researchers at the University of Arkansas recently took a step toward answering a question for the ages: Is there life on Mars? Answer: They can't rule it out. Two recent publications by U of A researchers suggest that life, in the form of ancient, simple organisms called methanogens, could survive the harsh conditions found near the surface of Mars, and deep in its soils.
Read more about their research on the University of Arkansas Research Frontiers website.
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