A novel portable Simulated Rover Platform (SimRP) for astrobiology exploration rover development
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Avci, R.
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Investigations into the Contamination of Lunar Return Material: Surface Analysis and Imaging Investigations - Part 1
A suite of lunar soils has been investigated by imaging and in-situ spectroscopy techniques. A suite of contaminant plastics and potential microbes has been found. Additional information is contained in the original extended abstract.
Steele, A.↗
The Combined Detection of Morphological and Molecular Biomarkers: Implications for Astrobiology
We have investigated known bacterial fossils using a combination of morphological and spectral techniques for the detection of biomarkers. This approach is considered crucial to unambiguous life detection strategies within Astrobiology. Additional information is contained in the original extended abstract.
Toporski, J.↗
The Microbiological Contamination of Meteorites: A Null Hypothesis
Using 4 different techniques we have studied 9 meteorites including the Martian meteorites ALH84001 and Nakhla for terrestrial contamination in all 9 we have found evidence of terrestrial microorganisms.
Steele, A.↗
Electron Microscopy Studies, Surface Analysis and Microbial Culturing Experiments on a Depth Profile Through Martian Meteorite Nakhla
Combined electron microscopy studies and culturing experiments have shown that Nakhla became contaminated with recent terrestrial microorganisms. Additional surface analysis detected an as yet unknown organic species which may represent a biomarker.
Toporski, J. K. W.↗