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MIT researchers found that in extremely acidic conditions, such as those in Venus’ clouds, short peptides can remain stable and fold into shapes that may allow them to have biological functions. Credit: Jose-Luis Olivares, MIT; figures courtesy of the researchers

Study: Peptides Can Form Well-defined Structures In Harsh, Venus-like Conditions

by Keith CowingSeptember 1, 2026September 1, 2026

[MIT] When exploring solar system bodies for signs of past or present life, scientists have mainly focused on planets that have (or had) a liquid surface similar to Earth’s. However, […]

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Study: Peptides Can Form Well-defined Structures In Harsh, Venus-like Conditions

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Study: Peptides Can Form Well-defined Structures In Harsh, Venus-like Conditions

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