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Exobiology revisited.

H P Klein1

  • 1Department of Biology, Santa Clara University, CA 95053, USA.

Advances in Space Research : the Official Journal of the Committee on Space Research (COSPAR)
|January 1, 1986
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Exobiology, initially focused on searching for extraterrestrial life, has evolved. This field now broadly investigates the origin of life and its planetary interactions, demonstrating significant growth beyond its early scope.

Area of Science:

  • Exobiology, astrobiology, origins of life research, planetary science, evolutionary biology.

Background:

  • Exobiology emerged ~25 years ago, coinciding with Mars exploration initiatives.
  • Early exobiology focused on testing chemical evolution through the search for extraterrestrial life, particularly on Mars.
  • The Viking mission's findings led to a perceived decline in prospects for extraterrestrial life discovery within our solar system.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To re-evaluate the scope and trajectory of exobiology.
  • To highlight the broadening multidisciplinary nature of the field.
  • To emphasize the study of life's origins and its co-evolution with planets.

Main Methods:

  • Historical analysis of exobiology's development and conceptual shifts.
  • Review of the impact of key missions (e.g., Viking) on the field's direction.
Keywords:
NASA Center JPLNASA Discipline Exobiology

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  • Synthesis of multidisciplinary approaches integrating biology, chemistry, geology, and planetary science.

    • Main Results:

    • Exobiology has expanded significantly beyond its initial focus on extraterrestrial life detection.
    • The field now encompasses a comprehensive study of abiogenesis (life's origin).
    • Exobiology investigates the intricate relationship between planetary evolution and the development of life.

    Conclusions:

    • Exobiology is a dynamic and expanding scientific discipline.
    • The field's evolution demonstrates a shift towards understanding fundamental questions about life's origins and planetary habitability.
    • Continued multidisciplinary research is crucial for advancing exobiology and understanding Earth's biota in a planetary context.