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Will NASA officially update its planetary protection guidelines for lunar missions at the South Pole by December 31, 2026?
A NASA study published in August 2026 revealed that microbes brought by astronauts could survive in cold, shadowed niches around the… 20 opinions, 50% Yes
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Deadline: December 31, 2026 at 12:00 AM UTC · 20 opinions
Resolution rules
A NASA study published in August 2026 revealed that microbes brought by astronauts could survive in cold, shadowed niches around the Moon's South Pole, complicating searches for pristine lunar chemistry and raising questions about bioprotection in future Artemis missions.
Source: www.sciencedaily.com
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How is this event resolved?
Resolve como 'Sim' se a NASA publicar formalmente documentos revisados de proteção planetária (Planetary Protection Policy) específicos para o Polo Sul da Lua até 31 de dezembro de 2026, verificável em nasa.gov ou no Office of Planetary Protection. Caso contrário, resolve como 'Não'.
How are points scored?
Points depend on the share of votes your side had when you gave your opinion. Being right earns 100 minus that share. Being wrong costs that share.
Right now Yes has 50% of the votes: an opinion on it that turns out right earns about 50 points, a wrong one costs about 50.