Jupiter's moon Europa may have signs of life in its buried ocean - but can we get to them?

NASA's Europa Clipper mission is investigating whether Jupiter's moon Europa could support life by analyzing its subsurface ocean. New research suggests that the moon's icy shell may be a more significant barrier to sampling ocean water than previously thought.
Search for Life Jupiter's moon Europa may have signs of life in its buried ocean - but can we get to them? News By Sharmila Kuthunur Published 3 August 2026 "This helps future missions interpret what they find and better understand where to look for signs of habitability."
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