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Will NASA announce new planetary protection protocols for lunar missions in response to findings regarding resistant Earth organisms on the Moon by March 2027?
A survey released in October 2026 suggests that Earth microorganisms can survive in lunar conditions, raising questions about… 78 opinions, 71% No
- Yes — 29%
- No — 71%
Deadline: March 31, 2027 at 12:00 AM UTC · 78 opinions
Resolution rules
A survey released in October 2026 suggests that Earth microorganisms can survive in lunar conditions, raising questions about accidental contamination and the need to revise planetary protection policies in future Artemis and commercial missions.
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Frequently asked questions about this event
How is this event resolved?
Resolução positiva se a NASA publicar oficialmente em seu site (nasa.gov) ou comunicado de imprensa uma atualização formal nos protocolos de proteção planetária (Planetary Protection Policy) direcionada a missões lunares, citando as descobertas sobre resistência de microorganismos, até 31/03/2027.
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 No has 71% of the votes: an opinion on it that turns out right earns about 29 points, a wrong one costs about 71.