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Will NASA publish peer-reviewed results of the study on the survival of terrestrial microorganisms in shaded regions of the Moon by February 2027?
A study by NASA and the University of Maryland indicates that microorganisms such as bacteria and fungi brought from Earth can… 20 opinions, 50% Yes
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Deadline: February 14, 2027 at 12:00 AM UTC · 20 opinions
Resolution rules
A study by NASA and the University of Maryland indicates that microorganisms such as bacteria and fungi brought from Earth can survive for days in shaded areas near the lunar poles, where UV radiation is attenuated. The results are still awaiting formal publication.
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Resolvido como 'Sim' se a NASA ou pesquisadores associados (Universidade de Maryland) publicarem artigo em revista científica indexada (ex.: Nature, Science, Astrobiology) confirmando os achados sobre sobrevivência microbiana lunar. Resolvido como 'Não' se não houver publicação até 14/02/2027.
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