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At the core of Musk’s motivation is curiosity — a desire to comprehend the universe’s secrets, explore alien civilizations, and understand humanity’s place in the cosmos. Musk envisions the universe as a grand puzzle, and his mission is to seek answers about where we come from, where we are headed, and what surprises might await us.
He notes that finding microbial life or even remnants of ancient alien civilizations on Mars is a possibility that excites him. But his primary focus remains on building a sustainable civilization on Mars that can endure disruptions on Earth, ensuring the long-term survival of human civilization.