Perchlorate, a toxic substance found in Mars dirt, could help the bacterium Sporosarcina pasteurii strengthen bonds between particles of regolith.

A rare ‘six-planet parade’ is set to light up our skies later month (28th February) with experts revealing exactly how to ...

It feels like we’ve been 10 years away from a Mars landing for about four decades now, yet the Red […] ...

When Apollo 17 astronauts returned from the moon in 1972, they visited NASA Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia, to thank staff for their contributions to the mission, saying "we stood on the ...

Now, the public is able to enjoy a visually stunning glimpse into Lee’s unparalleled experience as a pioneer in space exploration — as well as his passion for searching for the answers to life’s ...

Last year it was the moon, and from this weekend a giant model of Mars will be on display at Cathedral Isle of Man in Peel. Once again, the work has been created by artist Luke Jerram and it's the ...

Understanding why some romantic connections flourish while others seem to evaporate after the initial spark is a question ...

A new study has revealed that the iconic Black Beauty meteorite contains much more hidden water than previously suspected. The rock, which fell to Earth from Mars, could reveal clues about the Red ...

Astronauts are flying to the moon for the first time since 1972, and scientists are preparing specialized space suits for the ...