Antonio Lazcano

Antonio Lazcano is a renowned Mexican scientist specializing in the origins of life and evolutionary biology. He studies how life began on Earth, exploring ancient molecules and conditions that led to living organisms. Lazcano has contributed significantly to understanding prebiotic chemistry—the processes that created the building blocks of life—and the possibility of life existing elsewhere in the universe. As an educator and researcher, he promotes scientific awareness about the origins of life and astrobiology, helping us understand our biological roots and the potential for life beyond Earth.