Astrobiology

: Scientists investigate the "prebiotic soup" of the early Earth, exploring how simple biogenic elements like carbon, hydrogen, and nitrogen formed complex organic molecules.

: Studying life in extreme Earth environments, such as hydrothermal vents or permafrost, helps define the physical and chemical limits of life. Search for Life in the Solar System and Beyond astrobiology

: The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) is a critical tool for analyzing the chemical composition of atmospheres on distant planets, such as the exoplanet K2-18b. Foundational Documents and Publications : Scientists investigate the "prebiotic soup" of the

Research in the field is primarily guided by three fundamental questions: how life began and evolved on Earth, whether life exists elsewhere, and what the future holds for life on Earth and beyond. whether life exists elsewhere

: A comprehensive guide to research goals.

Communicating astrobiology and the search for life elsewhere