A popular concept in science fiction is uncovering ancient alien artifacts, but if we encounter these extraterrestrial relics in the future, how should we investigate them and what might they reveal?

If alien civilizations rise and fall, they may leave behind artifacts long after they are gone. From abandoned megastructures to quiet machines orbiting dead stars, these relics could tell stories no ...

First contact with alien civilizations won’t be with the beings themselves, but with their technology. By searching for these extraterrestrial artifacts, we embark on a journey through our solar ...

An extraterrestrial misunderstanding led to a grave-robbing bonanza at the detriment of valuable Peruvian heritage.