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Will NASA announce new planetary protection guidelines for crewed lunar missions by the end of 2026?
NASA scientists have discovered that microbes brought by astronauts can survive in cold, shaded niches near the Moon's South Pole,… 20 opinions, 50% Yes
- Yes — 50%
- No — 50%
Deadline: December 31, 2026 at 12:00 AM UTC · 20 opinions
Resolution rules
NASA scientists have discovered that microbes brought by astronauts can survive in cold, shaded niches near the Moon's South Pole, which could compromise searches for pristine lunar chemistry. The finding raises the need to review current planetary protection protocols for
Source: www.sciencedaily.com
Frequently asked questions about this event
How is this event resolved?
Resolve como 'Sim' se a NASA publicar formalmente, em nasa.gov ou no Federal Register, novas ou atualizadas diretrizes de proteção planetária (Planetary Protection Policy) específicas para missões tripuladas ao Polo Sul da Lua até 2026-12-31. 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.