Aaron Gronstal

Contributing Writer

Dr. Aaron Gronstal is the lead graphic artist and science writer of the NASA Astrobiology Program. He was a previous writer for Space.com covering planetary science and the search for life. A comics and graphic novels lover, Aaron started his career with NASA as a geomicrobiologist and is now expanding his role in science communication for astrobiology as a writer and graphic artist. He's well known for creating the Astrobiology graphic novel history series which reach out to a whole new audience of space and science-minded fans.

Latest articles by Aaron Gronstal

TextureCam in Mojave Desert

'Smart' Rovers Are the Future of Planetary Exploration

By Aaron Gronstal published

Astrobiologists are developing 'intelligent' instruments that could help future robotic explorers make their own decisions about where and how to collect data on Mars and other solar system bodies.

Mars Rovers
Crater on Earth Helps Scientists Plan Moon Mission

Crater on Earth Helps Scientists Plan Moon Mission

By Aaron Gronstal published

A new study at an impact crater in Canada is helping mission planners develop the most effective methods for exploring the lunar surface.

The moon
Ancient Microbes Hint at Life's Limits

Ancient Microbes Hint at Life's Limits

By Aaron Gronstal published

Ancient biomarkers prove microbes oxidized methane 300 million years ago.

Search for Life
Space Rocks Could Reseed Life on Earth

Space Rocks Could Reseed Life on Earth

By Aaron Gronstal published

Asteroid impacts could help spread life throughout the universe.

Earth