SMRTR Science & EngineeringJun 3, 2025The Guardian

Aliens, asteroid mining … and Mars births? Royal Society envisions next 50 years in space

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Space exploration is set to revolutionize human civilization over the next 50 years. The Royal Society's "Space: 2075" report envisions moon bases, orbital factories, and alien life searches, with potential for clean energy beamed to Earth and asteroid mining. While some nations are well-positioned, the UK lacks a clear strategy to capitalize on these developments, which could rival the Industrial Revolution in impact.

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