"Exploring Extraterrestrial Rivers: Insights from Mars, Titan, and Beyond"

MIT geologists have developed a new technique that uses remote satellite observations to estimate the rate at which rivers move fluid and sediment downstream on Mars and Titan. By applying mathematical equations to measurements of a river's width and slope, the researchers were able to predict the flow rate and characteristics of ancient rivers on Mars and currently active rivers on Titan. The method provides insights into the intensity of past and present river activity on these celestial bodies, offering a time machine for studying Mars' ancient rivers and a glimpse into the Earth-like features of Titan.