Astrobiology

Astrobiology is an online news and information publication focused on the science of life in the universe. Its coverage brings together research, mission updates, field reports, events, and perspectives from across astrobiology and related disciplines. Topics include the origins and evolution of life, habitable environments, exoplanets and their moons, astrochemistry, planetary science, space life science, and the search for extraterrestrial intelligence and technosignatures.

The site publishes current research news, summaries of scientific papers, NASA space life science updates, and reports from researchers working in the field, including Antarctic expeditions. Its extensive category listings help readers explore subjects ranging from Mars, Europa, and icy worlds to biosignatures, extreme environments, planetary protection, and space medicine. Astrobiology also shares upcoming lectures, webinars, and other events, alongside features examining scientific findings and their uncertainties. Designed as a resource for people following the search for life beyond Earth, the publication connects developments across research communities and makes a broad, continually updated range of astrobiology news accessible to interested readers.