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News about Mars

A big find on Mars

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A big rover makes a big find on Mars. Little rovers have their place in exploration, too.

Challenges facing the human exploration of Mars

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From the dangers of radiation to the complications of landing a crewed spacecraft, there are myriad technical challenges facing human exploration of Mars.

Europe goes to Mars

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NASA and ESA have signed a partnership agreement to get the ExoMars Rosalind Franklin rover down to the surface of Mars, getting the mission back on track after geopolitical factors delayed it.

Mars rovers, helicopters, and sunsets

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This week brings updates on the next missions to rove — and maybe even fly — over the surface of Mars.

Red Rover Goes to Mars, 20 years later

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Twenty years ago, a Planetary Society program sent students to NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory to work on the Mars Exploration Rovers program.

The science value of Mars Sample Return

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The project has the potential to transform our understanding of the Solar System and provide evidence of life beyond Earth.

More News about space

Brain and Eye Studies, Advanced Life Support Tech Top Station Crew’s Day

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The Expedition 74 crew studied how the brain receives signals in space and demonstrated advanced technology to remove humidity from spacecraft on Thursday. Other activities aboard the International Space Station included servicing a metal 3D printer and continuing to unpack a cargo resupply ship.

Medical Tests, Microbiology Top Research Schedule Aboard Station

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Medical tests and microbiology topped the research schedule for the Expedition 74 crew aboard the International Space Station on Tuesday. The seven crewmates also worked on spacesuits, cargo operations, and life support maintenance.