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The Universe Might Be Teeming with Strange Forms of Consciousness
Scientists and philosophers challenge the idea that consciousness is unique to Earth’s biology—raising questions about alien minds and AI sentience
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Scientists and philosophers challenge the idea that consciousness is unique to Earth’s biology—raising questions about alien minds and AI sentience
Scientists uncover a hidden statistical signature of life that could rewrite the search for extraterrestrial biology
Scientists urge NASA to erect a lunar quarantine lab—before alien microbes reach Earth
Mars' ancient waterworld and a rover’s accidental discovery upend the search for extraterrestrial life
Astronomers are constructing the most sensitive radio telescope array ever—using repurposed cake pans in Nevada’s desert.