Stéphane Huonnic

In the deep ocean, where darkness reigns, scientists uncover a hidden world that sustains life on Earth. From extraordinary creatures to invisible microbial processes, the abysses play a crucial role in regulating the climate and ocean balance. But as the race for deep-sea minerals intensifies, this fragile ecosystem is under threat. A breathtaking journey into the largest, and least known, environment on our planet.

French astronaut Thomas Pesquet recently returned from his expedition to the ISS space station - a veritable laboratory of the future where researchers from all over the world work together. During scientific experiments in space, he investigated how long-term missions, such as to Mars, could become possible.

A look at relevant scientific issues