Perseverance rover data shows Jezero Crater once held a calm lake, leaving behind mudstones rich in organic-linked minerals.

Billions of years ago, water flowed across Mars. Most scientists agree the red planet had rivers. But did those rivers flow ...

New research presented at the Europlanet Science Congress 2025 in Helsinki suggests that Venus may be concealing some of the ...

Researchers at UMass Amherst have discovered a new mineral on Mars, providing insights into the planet’s potential for life.

Lava tubes are familiar on Earth. They form when the surface of a lava flow hardens while molten rock continues to drain ...

Massive lava-carved tunnels have been confirmed beneath the surface of Venus, providing the strongest evidence yet that the ...

(THE CONVERSATION) From a distance, Biosphere 2 emerges from the cacti and creosote of the Sonoran desert like a gleaming oasis, a colony of glass and bright white structures. Despite being just ...

Scientists have long been fascinated by icy moons and their unique volcanic environments. So, a team of researchers came ...

Mars may have released sulfur gases that trapped heat, shaped the climate, and created conditions for ancient life.

Where to Stay: Immerse yourself in nature at the Parador de Cruz de Tejeda, with incredible views of the mountains and a central location near several wineries. On a clear day, you can see the highest ...

Different parts of Mars have different advantages and disadvantages when it comes to their available resources, just like ...

The groundbreaking discovery points to the possibility of past life on Mars. A 3.5-billion-year old rock discovered on the Red Planet is "the closest we've come to discovering ancient life on Mars," ...