Question

Will we find life on Mars by 2050?

17 comments17

Total Forecasters195

Community Prediction11% (5% - 25%)

Make a Prediction

50%

community: 11%

Authors:

Matthew_Barnett

Opened:

Feb 22, 2021

Closes:

Dec 31, 2049

Scheduled resolution:

Jan 1, 2050

Scientists discover nearby ‘super-Earth’ that could sustain life: ‘There is hope for the future’

New York Post•Jan 28, 2025

The asteroid NASA landed on is carrying ingredients for DNA and RNA. It's a promising sign for prospects of alien life.

Business Insider•Jan 30, 2025

‘Building blocks of life’ found on alien asteroid, scientists say

Independent•Jan 30, 2025

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