Researchers present an alternative to the long-held “hard steps” theory to explain the evolution of complex life, suggesting ...
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Astronomers have discovered that sulfur may be a key to helping us narrow down our search for life on other planets. It's not ...
Recent advances in astronomical observations have found a significant number of extrasolar planets that can sustain surface water, and the search for extraterrestrial life on such planets is gaining ...
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