Professor Samuel Kounaves Department of Chemistry Adjunct Professor, Department of Geology Research Affiliate, NASA-Jet Propulsion Lab Co-Investigator, 2007 Phoenix Mars Lander
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Xtreme Analytical Chemistry  In-situ planetary chemical analysis in extreme environments focused on unraveling fundamental questions in planetary & environmental science. Use of in-situ autonomous chemical analysis systems to study Mars, Earth, and other planetary bodies, their geochemistry, mineralogy, environments, and potential for supporting past or present life. Astrobiology and concepts for unambiguous identification of microbial life or their chemical signatures in extraterrestrial environments.