astrobiological missions

Astrobiological missions are scientific efforts to explore environments beyond Earth that might support life, past or present. They study planets, moons, and other celestial bodies to find conditions suitable for life, such as water, organic molecules, and energy sources. By analyzing samples, imaging surfaces, and monitoring atmospheres, these missions aim to understand life's potential in the universe. Examples include Mars rovers searching for signs of past life and missions to icy moons like Europa that may harbor subsurface oceans. These missions help answer whether life exists elsewhere and inform our understanding of life's origins and resilience.