Astrobiologist proposes fleet of probes to seek life on Mars: Sensors would punch into soil, run range of tests
Tuesday, April 24, 2012 - 00:31
in Astronomy & Space
Astrobiologists are 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.