Chapter 1019: Initial Abnormality

Chapter 1019 Initial Abnormality~

Jinling, Xiashu Space Base.

In the open press conference hall, a press conference was in progress, hosted by Xu Chuan himself.

It must be said that with the discovery of Martian microorganisms and the infection of four astronauts, there was no one else who could stand up and withstand this storm.

After all, to be serious, this is a crisis related to the survival of the entire human race.

As usual, after welcoming the media reporters who came to the press conference, Xu Chuan did not waste time and went straight to the point.

"For a long time, 'whether there is extraterrestrial life' has been a question that humans want to figure out."

"As early as 1877, Professor Giovanni Schiaparelli's observation record at the time of Mars opposition caused a big mistake, which made people think that there were "artificial canals" on Mars."

"Although this mistake was gradually recognized by people in the 1920s due to the advancement of observation technology. But people's thinking about whether there is extraterrestrial life has not stopped."

"Especially Mars, a planet that is almost identical to the Earth, is the focus of exploration."

"From observations with optical telescopes to field surveys by Mars rovers such as Perseverance and Vulcan, no traces of life have ever been found on Mars."

"But now, I can stand here and tell everyone that the universe is not desolate, humans are not alone, and the Earth is not the only cradle of life. On Mars, our four astronauts discovered at least three different types of Martian microorganisms. . "

"Their life forms and characteristics are completely different. Some are covered with a layer of silicon compounds, and some are extremely similar to the single-cell life forms on Earth. "

"The life forms of these small lives from Mars will be made public in the next issue of the journal "Exploration" to facilitate everyone to understand what the extraterrestrial life that we humans have discovered for the first time looks like. "

"Of course, the arrival of these Martian lives not only brings us hope and understanding of cosmic exploration, but may also bring us some small troubles. "

"For example, these microorganisms found on Mars may have completely different life forms from Earth life. Their biological characteristics and behaviors may be beyond our understanding, and may destroy our ecological environment and affect the reproduction and competition of Earth life. "

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"With the information of the first discovery of Martian microorganisms, Xu Chuan once again promoted the journal "Exploration" he created in front of the media around the world.

For this private goods, none of the many media reporters in the press conference hall cared about it.

Everyone knows that once "Exploration Biology" publishes this research paper on Martian life, even ordinary people will probably want to spend dozens of dollars to buy a copy to see.

Of course, the journalists present at the moment were not paying attention to the journal "Exploration".

After the press conference ended and the question-and-answer session began, many journalists in the audience raised their right hands in unison, so fast and in such neat movements that it seemed as if they had been specially trained.

Glancing at the crowd in the audience, Xu Chuan's eyes fell on the CTV reporter in the front row.

According to convention, the first opportunity to ask questions naturally had to be given to the CCTV reporter.

Taking the microphone from the staff, the CTV reporter stood up amid a sea of ​​envious eyes.

"Hello, Academician Xu. I would like to ask, what does the first discovery of the existence of microbial life on Mars mean to mankind? Is it good or bad for the future?"

Hearing this, Xu Chuan thought for a moment and then answered: "First of all, the discovery of life on Mars is certain that humans are not alone in the vast universe. We now have enough evidence to prove that we are by no means the only lucky ones in this universe."

"Perhaps there are many fellow travelers in the Milky Way, which is 100,000 light years away."

"As for whether the discovery of life on Mars is good or bad, this is a question that needs to be viewed from many aspects."

"Perhaps these microorganisms from Mars will destroy the earth's ecology, infect animals on Earth, and cause harm."

"But it is undeniable that studying them can also help us understand the form of alien life, develop medical technology, and so on."

"Whether it is good or bad depends on how we treat them."

When the CTV reporter finished asking questions, arms were raised again like crazy.

After selecting several well-known domestic media to ask questions, the rest naturally fell to the foreign media reporters stationed in Jinling.

A reporter was randomly picked from the front row of reporters, and the staff handed him the microphone.

"Hello, Professor Xu, I am a BBC reporter. I would like to ask, there is a rumor that the astronauts who landed on Mars have been infected with microorganisms from Mars. Is this true?"

When this question fell, the press conference room suddenly fell silent.

Everyone knew that the most critical moment had come.

You know, almost all the media present came for this news. The whole world is concerned about whether the four astronauts who landed on Mars were really infected with bacteria on Mars.

Standing on the press conference stage, Xu Chuan's expression did not change much. He nodded and replied: "It is not yet certain whether it is an infection, but according to the physical examination data of the four astronauts on the mission team, we Preliminary discovery of Martian microbial bacteria in their excrement."

As soon as he finished speaking, there was a commotion in the press hall.

Professor Xu actually admitted in person that four astronauts were infected with microbial bacteria on Mars?

A panic spread among the crowd, and almost everyone felt fear in the face of alien bacteria that could infect humans.

"Quiet~"

Standing on the stage, Xu Chuan coughed, and after keeping the scene quiet, he continued: "Although the presence of Martian microorganisms has been found in the astronauts' excrement, according to the physical examination data, the four astronauts currently have He is in good health and has no abnormal symptoms.”

"In fact, from a scientific point of view, the possibility of bacteria from extraterrestrials being fatal to humans is almost zero, and the possibility and probability of being harmful is very low."

"Because for living things, the pathogenesis of infection is based on the intimacy between germs and the human body."

"This kind of intimate relationship can only be achieved through millions of years of co-evolution. Obviously, Mars and Earth do not have such conditions."

"Of course, we will follow up to closely observe the physical condition of the astronauts to learn whether these Martian microorganisms are harmful to the human body at any time."

After a slight pause, his eyes scanned the crowd of reporters in the lecture hall, and then he continued.

"In addition, regarding whether microorganisms and life will be found on Mars, and whether astronauts will be infected, etc., we have sufficient plans and preparations before the manned mission begins."

"Out of consideration for the protection of the entire human race and the earth's ecosystem, the Hanhai space shuttle carrying the landing team and the two accompanying first-generation aircraft will temporarily dock at the Yuehuatai outpost scientific research base and will not return directly. Earth."

"After the landing team arrives on the moon, we will arrange for medical personnel and scientific researchers to conduct research on the astronauts and microorganisms on Mars as soon as possible to ensure that they are ultimately harmless to humans and the earth."

"Standing here, on behalf of China and on behalf of the Xinghai Research Institute, I welcome supervision from all walks of life and open the research on Mars microorganisms to the international community. I welcome other countries to participate."

As soon as the words fell, applause rang out like thunder in the press conference hall.

Everyone feels worthy and proud of this serious and responsible attitude.

It has to be said that the Martian microorganisms discovered on the four astronauts of the manned mission did cause quite a stir and panic in the international community.

Especially at the press conference, when Xu Chuan admitted it personally, the whole world seemed to be about to enter the apocalyptic disaster of mass infection virus in the next second.

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But after watching the video of the press conference, everyone felt happy again.

We are fortunate that the responsible Chinese government is responsible for carrying out the manned mission. We are also fortunate that the chief engineer of this manned project is Professor Xu Chuan.

With his carefulness and foresight in scientific research, he had already made relevant preparations, and immediately placed the astronauts on the moon after discovering the infection, instead of directly bringing it back to the earth and infecting the earth. Ecosystem risks.

Serious, responsible and responsible.

This time, in handling the crisis that occurred during the manned mission, China's disclosure of the relevant process won praise from the general public.

Although this still cannot avoid a small group of people promoting various conspiracy theories on the Internet all day long, believing that China cannot be so kind as to fully disclose its research on microorganisms, and believe that if those Martian microorganisms are not quickly cleaned up, a catastrophe will happen to the earth sooner or later. If the infection reaches a large area, it will be the end of mankind.

Even on some platforms, there are still some people who believe and suggest that the space shuttle with manned missions and the astronauts on board should be removed for the reasons of "for the safety of all mankind" and "to protect the earth's ecosystem from being infected". Send them directly to the deep space of the universe and let them die in the universe instead of taking them back at the risk.

In addition, some people believe that humans should shrink the development of the aerospace field, abandon the exploration and development of the universe, and make every effort to protect the earth's environment to prevent similar crises from happening again.

Of course, this inhumane practice was quickly criticized by normal people on the Internet.

No one wants to see something like an alien bacterial infection happen, but no one is willing to give up on their compatriots easily, at least for the Chinese with a population of 1.4 billion.

As for giving up the development of aerospace technology and shrinking to a small earth, it is even more impossible.

Whether it is the limited resources of the earth or human beings' desire to explore the outside world, it is impossible for humans to stay on the earth without developing outward.

With the realization of controllable nuclear fusion technology, population growth and further advancement of industrialization, the consumption of resources on the earth is also accelerating.

If we do not seek new sources of resources, humanity will face the crisis of resource depletion.

Therefore, exploring the universe has become an important way to obtain more resources and relieve pressure on the earth.

In short, whether it is to obtain more resources, or to find new habitats and solve environmental problems, it is only a matter of time before one's own troubles are transported to the space above.

At the same time, on the other side.

In the distant deep space, on the Hanhai space shuttle, in the crew cabin, after completing the third routine physical examination of the day, Zhai Zhigang took out a vacuum negative pressure blood collector from the locker beside him, handed it to Liu Yang, and asked at the same time.

"Let's take a blood sample first. How is your physical condition recently? Do you feel uncomfortable anywhere?"

Fixed the vacuum negative pressure blood collector to her arm, and cooperated with Jiang Xinlin on the side to complete the blood collection work, Liu Yang also thought about it seriously, then shook his head and said: "There is nothing abnormal in the past two days. I feel that my body is normal."

After a slight pause, she took the needle for collection out of her hand, took the cotton swab, pressed it on her arm, and continued.

"From the temperature records of the past few days, our body temperature has not continued to rise, and it is basically stable at around 38 degrees Celsius. For aerospace work, this temperature is normal. Are we worrying too much, Captain?"

A body temperature of 38 degrees Celsius is definitely a low fever area if it is on Earth, but it is nothing for astronauts working in space, especially astronauts like them who have been on missions for several months.

In addition, there has been no obvious abnormality in their physical condition in recent days, and it seems that the previous problem was just scaring themselves.

Zhai Zhigang nodded and smiled and said, "It's always okay to be cautious. By the way, how have you been sleeping recently?"

Before he finished speaking, his eyes fell on Liu Yang's arm with her sleeves rolled up, and he seemed to see something.

"Don't move, let me see."

Without caring about Liu Yang's answer, he quickly grabbed Liu Yang's arm and looked at the exposed skin.

"What's wrong, Captain?"

Zhai Zhigang did not answer, but wiped her arm with his index finger, and then put it in front of his eyes and looked at it carefully.

On his index finger, there were a few pieces of debris that were slightly reflective under the light, looking like dandruff that fell from the scalp of a person who hadn't washed his hair for a month.

He gently twisted the debris on his index finger with his fingers, took a deep breath, looked at Liu Yang and asked: "Liu Yang, when was the last time you took a shower?"

Liu Yang: "????"