WSU astrobiologist proposes fleet of probes to seek life on Mars
Monday, April 23, 2012 - 16:20
in Astronomy & Space
A Washington State University astrobiologist is leading a group of 20 scientists in calling for a mission to Mars with "a strong and comprehensive life detection component." At the heart of their proposal is a small fleet of sensor packages that can punch into the Martian soil and run a range of tests for signs of ancient or existing life.