Rethinking the Search for Extraterrestrial Life: From False Positives to False Negatives and a Broader In-Situ Approach
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Scientists led by Inge Loes ten Kate say we must shift the search for life from chasing obvious signs to uncovering false negatives, reexamine Mars results, broaden in‑situ tests to diverse environments including underground habitats, and pursue sample‑return missions so subtle biosignatures aren’t missed.
