Thick clay layers on Mars may hold clues to ancient life
Mars may seem like a dry and lifeless planet today, but billions of years ago, it was much wetter—and possibly more welcoming to life.
A...
Surprise volcano on Mars could reveal clues about ancient life
Scientists have discovered that a large mountain on the edge of Mars’ Jezero Crater is likely a volcano—a finding that could transform what we...
Mars volcano rises above the clouds in stunning new image from NASA’s Odyssey
A spectacular new image from NASA’s longest-running Mars orbiter has captured a breathtaking view of a giant Martian volcano rising above the morning clouds.
The...
Missions to Mars with the Starship could only take three months
Mars has received considerable attention in the past few decades, thanks to the many robotic missions exploring it to learn more about its past.
NASA...
How molten sulfur may have built Mars from the inside out
Scientists have long believed that rocky planets like Earth and Mars formed their cores through a process that required intense heat.
In that traditional view,...
Terraforming Mars could be within reach
Mars, the fourth planet from the Sun, captivates both scientists and dreamers with its rust coloured surface and tantalising similarities to Earth.
Often called the...
These Mars streaks are likely caused by dust, not water, study finds
For years, mysterious dark streaks running down the slopes of Martian cliffs and craters have puzzled scientists.
Some believed these streaks, called slope streaks and...
Stunning green auroras spotted on Mars for the first time
On March 15, 2024, NASA's Perseverance rover made history by capturing the first-ever images of visible-light auroras on Mars.
This breakthrough happened during a powerful...
Astronauts could see auroras on Mars with their eyes
On March 15th, 2024, the Sun released a powerful solar flare that coincided with a heightened period of solar activity.
This was accompanied by a...
Scientists find signs of liquid water deep beneath Mars’ surface
For years, scientists have wondered if liquid water still exists on Mars. Although the Red Planet was once covered with rivers and lakes, its...