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Planetary Analog Sites In The Indian Subcontinent And The Indian Ocean: Underexplored Environments Suited For Astrobiological And Space Research

by Keith Cowing

The central objective of astrobiology is to evaluate the habitability of other planetary bodies and given the high cost and logistical complexity of space missions, preliminary investigations of planetary analog […]

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The Brine Shrimp Artemia franciscana as a Model for Astrobiological Studies: Physiological Adaptations to Mars-like Atmospheric Pressure Conditions

by Keith Cowing

Understanding the adaptation mechanisms of extremophiles to extreme environments is fundamental to predicting organisms’ capacity to survive in space and plan future space exploration missions.

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Dale Andersen’s Astrobiology Antarctic Research: Permafrost And Ground-ice Conditions in the Untersee Oasis, Queen Maud Land, East Antarctica (Paper)

by Keith Cowing

Keith’s note: Astrobiologist Dale Andersen is back in Antarctica at Lake Untersee in October-December 2024 for another field season of research (preview). Dale’s work is coordinated through the SETI Institute. […]

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