Compact mass spectrometer could search for life on distant moons
Instrument combines laser desorption with an Orbitrap analyser
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Sound-speed measurements shed light on Earth’s interior
Measurements of the velocity of sound in pure iron at high pressures suggest our planet’s core contains traces of silicon and sulphur
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Wind energy could power human habitations on Mars
Surprising study could lead to re-appraisal of potential landing sites
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How to deflect an asteroid: DART’s Andrew Cheng on the Physics World Breakthrough of the Year
Mission scientist recalls one of the greatest moments of his life
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Deflection of a near-Earth asteroid by DART is the Physics World 2022 Breakthrough of the Year
This year’s award celebrates a feat that could someday save Earth
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Meteorites have a seismic effect on Mars, revealing what lies below the surface
Impacts give scientists a better understanding of the Red Planet’s interior
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Laughing gas could point to alien life on Earth-like planets
Nitrous oxide could be a useful biosignature for some exoplanets
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Ocean on Saturn’s moon Enceladus could be rich in a key ingredient for life
Simulations suggest phosphorous concentration is on par with Earth’s oceans
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Rare form of diamond exists independently in meteorites
Study suggests that lonsdaleite could be made in the lab
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Giant ‘BEASTie’ planets may have been stolen from their parent stars
Large, hot stars are involved in planetary heists, say astronomers
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