Having babies born in space could produce an interesting conundrum as shown by research with one particular creature.

Human evolution is a story writ slow. It’s been about 3.8 billion years since life on Earth emerged and steadily began to spread its reach from the tidal pools to the oceans to ...

Advances in space farming represent a critical frontier in astrobiology and human space exploration, driven by the necessity to develop sustainable food ...

Biofilms are communities of microorganisms that stick to one another and also adhere to a nearby surface. They are ...

A new study by NASA scientists explores the risks and challenges of human reproduction in space, especially for long missions to Mars.

The Apollo 13 crew after returning to Earth. Credit: NASA Throughout history, humans have utilized their incredible intelligence to adapt and flourish in various environments. From traversing oceans ...

Imagine a future where humans live in huge 'space oases' on Mars – luxury indoor habitats made of heat-reflective material that grow their own food. Robots are sent into the vast Martian wilderness, ...

NASA Ames Research Center, Moffett Field, Calif., will host a major celebration of space exploration commemorating humankind’s first flight into space by Russian cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin. Yuri’s Night ...

NASA aims to send astronauts to Mars by the 2030s. But with current technology, the journey will be years long. That's why NASA invested in a new type of rocket that could shorten the trip to just 2 ...