Mars’ ice may be hiding alien life for millions of years; here’s why it matters

Ancient Martian life might be preserved in ice for millions of years, new research suggests. Experiments show pure ice acts as a protective time capsule for biomolecules, unlike soil mixtures. This discovery points to icy regions on Mars as prime targets for future missions seeking signs of past extraterrestrial life, offering hope for uncovering secrets of the Red Planet's history.