In the Mars Desert Research Station analog facility, our crew will conduct scientific research to study the feasibility of a mission to Mars

Engineering
Projects for studying the viability of certain technologies that will enable life on Mars.

Human Factors
Projects focused on understanding the physiological, psychological, and social challenges of living and working on Mars.

Geology
Collecting Martian samples and retrieving them for analysis to uncover the planet’s history and identify resources for exploration.

Sustainability
Projects aimed at developing self-sufficient systems for energy, food, water, and waste management to support long-term habitats on Mars.

Outreach & Communication
One of the most important pieces of science is making it accessible to everyone.
If you want to change the future, start living as if you were already there.
— Lynn Conway, computer scientist and transgender activist