The Astrobiology Institute is a research organization focused on the study of life in the universe. It explores the origins, evolution, and potential existence of life beyond Earth. The institute conducts interdisciplinary research, combining fields like biology, chemistry, and planetary science to understand the conditions necessary for life. One of the key goals of the Astrobiology Institute is to identify habitable environments on other planets and moons. This includes studying extreme environments on Earth, such as deep-sea vents and polar ice caps, to gain insights into how life might survive in similar conditions elsewhere in the universe.