Unfolding the Mysteries of Space: Is There Life Beyond Earth?

Life as We Know It

Before we investigate the existence of life beyond Earth, we must first understand what constitutes life. 

The Search for Extraterrestrial Life

The search for extraterrestrial life has taken two primary paths: the search for microbial life within our solar system and the search for intelligent life in other galaxies. 

Mars: A Potential Cradle of Alien Life

Mars, with its proximity and geological history similar to Earth, is a primary target in our search for microbial life. 

Exoplanets: New Frontiers in the Search for Life

The discovery of exoplanets has widened the scope of potential habitable zones in the universe. 

Health Implications of Extraterrestrial Life

The implications of discovering extraterrestrial life are extensive and influence our understanding of health and biology. 

Alien Pathogens: A New Frontier in Health

Like Earth, other planets could harbor pandemics.