Could the clues to ancient alien civilizations be hiding in moon dust?

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What happened

Most of our experience with the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence (SETI) has focused on capturing radio signals that alien species have sent out, whether intentionally or unintentionally.

Key facts

  • Reported by Phys.org and published Tue, 15 Sep 2026 10:20:01 UTC.

Why it matters

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