In a nutshell Liquid water existed on Mars far more recently than expected: A precise new analysis of the Lafayette meteorite ...

Melting ice in the Arctic could unleash deadly 'zombie' viruses, an international panel of scientists has warned.

New research from Portland State University focused on identifying signs of life—biosignatures—in extreme environments here ...

The mammals are believed to be more than 50,000 years old but were found in extremely good condition when they were plucked from the permafrost. The ancient wolf pup was found with all of its body ...

The thawing of Arctic permafrost endangers the livelihoods, security, health, and food stability of the populations residing in these northern regions, according to an international team of scientists ...

The Arctic permafrost thaw is hazardous to the livelihood, safety, health, food security, and the infrastructure of communities living in Arctic regions, an international group of scientists have ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about the world of biology.