Humans on Mars: How space agencies are getting ready
Sending humans to Mars is one of the most ambitious goals in the history of space exploration. Unlike missions to the Moon, which only...
Why is one half of Mars so different to the other
Mars is home to perhaps the greatest mystery of the solar system: the so-called Martian dichotomy, which has baffled scientists since it was discovered...
Why exploring Mars matters
Mars has fascinated humans for centuries, earning the nickname "the Red Planet" because of its rusty color. In recent decades, scientists have been studying...
Could humans colonize mars in the next 100 years?
Mars has captured human imagination for centuries, with its reddish glow in the night sky and its status as Earth’s closest planetary neighbor. But...
How Mars dust storms can engulf the planet
Mars is well-known for its dust storms, which occur every Martian year during summer in the southern hemisphere.
Every three Martian years (five and a...
Scientists discover hidden water reservoirs and rare magmas on ancient Mars
A groundbreaking study suggests that ancient Mars was far more dynamic and watery than previously thought.
Researchers from Rice University have found evidence that Mars’...
Hidden water and rare magmas: How Mars’ thick crust could have supported life
New research suggests that ancient Mars may have been more geologically and hydrologically active than we once thought.
Scientists from Rice University have discovered that...
How to build concrete on Mars from local materials
Imagine you’ve just gotten to Mars as part of the first contingent of settlers.
Your first challenge: build a long-term habitat using local materials. Those...
Did ancient Mars flow with liquid carbon dioxide instead of water?
Mars is known for its dry riverbeds and lake basins, which suggest that liquid once flowed on its surface.
For years, scientists have believed that...
Could we use an asteroid to shield astronauts on their way to Mars
Radiation is a primary concern for long-duration human spaceflight, such as the planned trips to Mars, which are the stated goal of organizations such...