Meteor particles from 430,000 years ago discovered in Antarctica

An artist’s rendition of a touchdown impact event (Mark Garlick/markgarlick.com/PA)

Research led by a Kent-based space scientist has uncovered new evidence of meteor particles reaching the Antarctic ice sheet 430,000 years ago.

The findings highlight the importance of reassessing the threat of medium-sized asteroids, with the potential for “destructive” consequences, the team said.