Cold cosmic dust grains can link amino acids into protein‑like chains in deep space, suggesting life’s chemistry may begin ...

"We used to think that only very simple molecules could be created in these clouds. But we have shown that this is clearly ...

Exoplanets like Earth have been discovered but not all Earth-like planets are equal when it comes to alien life.

A team of astronomers have detected what they call the most promising signs to date of a possible biosignature, or signs of past or present life linked to biological activity, on an exoplanet named K2 ...

Astonishingly, we can identify molecules present in the atmospheres of exoplanets.

NASA's plans for Mars sample return are effectively cancelled as part of a bill approved by the U.S. Congress, ending efforts ...

But the study authors, and other experts, remain cautious and have not declared a definitive discovery of life beyond our planet.Related video above: Star swallows planet in one big gulpUsing the ...