The centre, which was established in 2011 and began operations in 2013, includes philosophers and social scientists, as well as engineers, biologists and physicists.

Geological constraints could have influenced the evolution of life.

Life’s phosphorus has its origins in meteorites from the outer Solar System.

Two ancient lakes in the Andes Mountains could prove to be analogs in the search for life on Mars.

Astrobiologists should consider searching for viruses in their quest to find evidence for life beyond Earth.

A sampling of bacteria life from deserts in six continents shows diversity of adaptations.