Could Martian mudstones be holding evidence of ancient microbes? New findings strengthen the case that the Red Planet once ...

Microorganisms from our planet could survive on celestial bodies where water is present, such as Mars. That is the conclusion ...

Making Mars Earthlike is not impossible in principle, but the scale of mass, heat, oxygen, and energy required makes it far beyond current capability.

NASA wants to send an ambitious fleet of helicopters to soar through Martian skies—but scientists fear the endeavor could ...

National Geographic Explorer Mackenzie Calle spent 14 days in a Mars simulation program to prepare for humanity's future in ...

Scientists are raising alarms as they study the intriguing connection between Mars and Earth's climate. Recent findings ...

The rusty world is full of mysteries—and some of the solar system's most extreme geology. Learn more about Earth's smaller, colder neighbor.

One of Mars' greatest questions was answered, all thanks to Einstein's works that were published over 100 years ago.

Researchers have looked at how particular microbes from Earth would fare in conditions like those of Mars, the moon, and the ...

Scientists analysing the Martian meteorite NWA 8171 identified garnet in an unusual rock fragment. The find could reshape ...

On Earth, garnet is best known as the fiery red January birthstone — popular in jewellery since the Bronze Age and valued ...

Two samples from Mars together deliver clear evidence of the origin of Martian organic material. The study presents solid evidence for a prediction made over a decade ago that could be key to ...