A step closer to Martian survival as lichens endure harsh red planet conditions
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A step closer to Martian survival as lichens endure harsh red planet conditions
Berlin, Germany (SPX) Apr 02, 2025 For the first time, scientists have confirmed that certain species of lichen can remain metabolically active while exposed to simulated Martian conditions, including levels of ionizing radiation equivalent to those expected during intense solar activity on Mars. The findings, published in the open-access journal IMA Fungus, point to the extraordinary resilience of lichens and their potenti
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