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Billion-Year-Old Water Could Hold Clues to Life on Earth and Mars

Topic: Geology | 05/ 21/ 13

Astrobiologists have discovered ancient pockets of water that have been isolated deep underground for billions of years. The water is trapped in rocks that are similar to rocks known to be on Mars, and it contains abundant chemicals known to support life.

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Upcoming SETI Hangout with Jill Tarter! (05/21/13)
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At the 2012 Astrobiology Science Conference, Astrobiology Magazine hosted a plenary session titled: ... more

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The European Space Agency's Mars Express spacecraft has been orbiting Mars for over a year. While th... more

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Expeditions

Astrobiologists often have compelling adventures in far-flung locations. Charles Cockell, professor... more

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Retrospections

In his book, "Space on Earth," microbiologist Charles Cockell urges space scientists and e... more

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Spewing out material from deep underground, geological structures on Mars thought to be mud volcanoe... more

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Podcasts	05/13/13
	Fundest Show Ever You can remember yesterday, but not tomorrow. But why? We consider the arrow of time and why it... more

Video	05/13/13
	The Rotating Moon - 60 Second Adventures in Astronomy The Moon is like a loyal servant to a Queen, and never turns its back on the Earth. Discover how th... more