Research

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

Astronomy

Observational astronomy projects, as if we were to study the cosmos from Mars.

Biology

Projects on microbial, plant and animal sciences intended to study the viability of life on 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.