Could life have begun on Mars? In this thought-provoking review, Dr. Robert Zubrin examines Dr. Steven Benner’s new book and its exploration of one of planetary science’s biggest questions. Meet Dr. Benner in person at the 2026 International Mars Society Convention, where he’ll deliver a plenary address, sign copies of his books, and join a special panel discussion on this fascinating topic. By Dr. Robert Zubrin, National Review, 07.11.26 Steve Benner is one of the heavyweights of both theoretical and applied… READ MORE >
Topic Area: Viking mission
The Mars Society is pleased to announce that renowned astro-biochemist Dr. Steven Benner will deliver a plenary talk at the 2026 International Mars Society Convention, taking place October 22–24 at the University of Southern California (USC) in Los Angeles. During his presentation, Dr. Benner will discuss his provocative new book, Meet the Neighbors, which revisits NASA’s Viking missions and argues that the only spacecraft ever sent specifically to search for extant Martian life may actually have detected it. Drawing on… READ MORE >