Volunteers wanted for NASA’s simulated yearlong Mars mission
NASA is on the lookout for adventurers who want to take part in a one-of-a-kind experiment – living on Mars without leaving Earth!
They're gearing...
Making space travel sustainable: a new approach to mining on the moon and Mars
Scientists are taking important steps towards a future where astronauts can extract essential materials directly from the dust of the moon and Mars.
This breakthrough...
Perseverance is definitely inside an ancient lake on Mars
The search for life on alien worlds has captivated us for hundreds of years.
In some respect, the search for life has expanded to the...
Mars’ ancient lake: Perseverance Rover’s groundbreaking discovery at Jezero Crater
In a thrilling update from Mars, scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery thanks to the Perseverance rover.
At the heart of this discovery is the...
Martian methane mystery: Decoding gas secrets for clues of life on Mars
Imagine you're a detective trying to solve a mystery on Mars.
Your clue? Bursts of methane, a gas that on Earth is mostly made by...
Why Mars Died
We know of Mars as the Red Planet, for its surface and atmosphere is caked in endless swirling dust of rusted iron, the rusting...
New study reveals the mystery of Mars’ ancient waterways
Once upon a time, Mars, now a vast red desert, was home to flowing rivers and valleys, much like Earth.
Understanding how these Martian valleys...
Solar electric propulsion systems are just what we need for efficient trips to Mars
There are many different ways to get to Mars, but there are always tradeoffs. Chemical propulsion, proven the most popular, can quickly get a...
Mars’ recent volcanic activity reveals a turbulent history
Mars, often thought of as a quiet and inactive planet, has recently shown us a more lively side.
Researchers from the University of Arizona made...
NASA tests new Mars helicopter on two different planets
NASA has been making incredible progress in exploring Mars, not only by using rovers but also through advanced helicopters.
These helicopters are designed to fly...