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"What are the latest advances in finding life on Mars? Which would be the most appropriate extremophiles to leave in Mars so that they can survive?"
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Earth's Mineral Evolution
New research shows that minerals on Earth have co-evolved with life. Up to two thirds of known minerals can be linked to biological activity, highlighting the important connection between the biosphere and the geology of Earth.
Source: [Astrobiology Magazine]
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- Emerging Topics in Biogeochemical Cycles (ETBC)
- Finding Earth’s Twin: No Easy Task
- Earthscope – Opportunities for Interdisciplinary Research
- Kepler's Search for "Alien Earths" Covered by CNN
- Evolution of the Modern Nitrogen Cycle
- Alien Safari Part 4: Countdown to Alien Life
- Cycling Nitrogen
- Unlocking the Combination
- Assembling the Tree of Life
- Alien Safari Part 3: Technology Worlds