Produced by: Tarun Mishra Designed by: Manoj Kumar
NASA Administrator Bill Nelson recently highlighted the vast number of Earth-like planets estimated to exist throughout the universe, suggesting potential for alien life.
Nelson emphasized NASA’s upcoming lunar missions, stating they are pivotal for advancing knowledge essential to future Mars and deep space explorations.
The Perseverance Rover’s investigations at Mars’ Jezero Crater, once a lake, are providing insights into the planet’s past habitability through core sample collection.
NASA plans to retrieve these Martian samples, stored in titanium tubes, by the 2030s to study for potential signs of ancient life.
NASA collaborates with Firebird Diagnostics to explore alternative forms of DNA, potentially shedding light on diverse life possibilities beyond Earth.
Firebird Diagnostics uses synthetic biology to understand molecular possibilities of extraterrestrial DNA, aiming to broaden the scope of Astro biological research.
Nelson discussed the quest for extraterrestrial life, stating NASA’s dedication to exploring whether life exists beyond Earth, citing estimates of a trillion habitable planets.
Regarding speculation about alien presence on Earth, Nelson clarified NASA’s focus on cosmic exploration and openness about their findings.
NASA continues its mission to probe the cosmos for answers about potential habitable worlds, driven by scientific curiosity and the search for life beyond our planet.