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Science & TechMicrobes Could Survive in Enceladus Ocean, Study Finds
Researchers have demonstrated that certain microorganisms can survive in simulated conditions of Enceladus's subsurface ocean. The study, published in 'Science Advances', recreated the moon's ocean floor chemistry in a lab, using archaea that consume hydrogen and produce methane, suggesting Enceladus's geochemistry may be more favourable for life than previously thought.
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Science & TechTwo exoplanets found: one potentially habitable, one a lava world
An international team of astronomers has confirmed the existence of the TOI-1752 system, located 337 light-years from Earth. The system contains two planets: TOI-1752 b, which may have a molten rock surface, and TOI-1752 c, situated in the habitable zone.
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Science & TechNASA's Roman Space Telescope Launches on Mission to Study Universe
NASA's Roman Space Telescope has successfully launched aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket. The observatory is designed to study dark matter, dark energy, and exoplanets, collecting vast amounts of data to deepen our understanding of the universe.
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