NASA finds some microbes could survive on moon, raising concerns over unintended life transfer

A new NASA-led study has revealed that certain Earth microbes, specifically forms of fungi and bacteria, could potentially survive on the lunar surface for a time under specific conditions.

The research examined five different forms of microorganisms to determine their resilience in space environments. The findings indicate that terrestrial life forms are capable of enduring the harsh conditions found on the moon.

These discoveries have raised significant concerns regarding the unintended transfer of life from Earth to other celestial bodies during space exploration missions.