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science1 year ago

"Advancements in Understanding the Origins of Life: From RNA World to Artificial Life"

Scientists at the Salk Institute have created a lab-made RNA molecule that can accurately copy others, bringing them closer to replicating the conditions for early Earth life in a lab. While the molecule isn't yet self-replicating, it represents a significant step towards creating artificial life. This breakthrough has the potential to revolutionize the study of the earliest evolutionary stages of life and raises ethical questions about synthetic lifeforms.

science2 years ago

Cosmic Origins of Life: Lab Unravels Primordial Puzzles

NASA scientists, in collaboration with a global team, are conducting research to understand the origins and evolution of life in diverse cosmic environments. They are investigating scenarios such as hydrothermal vents, meteorites, potential exotic life on Saturn's moon, and lab-based Darwinian evolution. The research combines laboratory work and space exploration, offering promising insights into astrobiology and the potential for life beyond Earth.