Astrobiology

Editor-in-Chief: Sherry L. Cady, PhD

ISSN: 1531-1074 | Online ISSN: 1557-8070 | Published Monthly | Current Volume: 21

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The most-cited peer-reviewed journal dedicated to the understanding of life's origin, evolution, and distribution in the universe, with a focus on new findings and discoveries from interplanetary exploration and laboratory research.

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Thursday, October 14, 2021

Searching for Habitable Zones Within Venus’ Clouds

Thursday, November 12, 2020

Preparing for a Human Mission to Mars

Wednesday, March 6, 2019

Researchers Report on Simulated Extravehicular Activity Science Operations for Mars Exploration

Wednesday, October 17, 2018

New Study Supports Survival of Microbes and Organic Compounds in Space

Wednesday, September 26, 2018

Interpreting New Findings of Methane on Mars

Tuesday, October 10, 2017

Debate Over Mars Exploration Strategy Heats Up in Astrobiology Journal

Monday, September 18, 2017

Researchers Describe Microscopic Technique for Detecting Microbial Life in Enceladus Water Plumes

Tuesday, October 18, 2016

Microbial Life on Mars: The Possibility Must Be Considered Conclude Researchers in Astrobiology Journal

Thursday, May 5, 2016

MIT Scientists Compile List of Potential Gases to Guide Search for Life on Exoplanets

Wednesday, February 3, 2016

New Simulation Study Challenges Jupiter's Role as Planetary Shield, Protecting Earth from Comet Impacts

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