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The Mars helicopter Ingenuity is an amazing success. NASA's already testing tech for the next generation (video)
By Josh Dinner published
While NASA tested new Mars helicopter technology on Earth, Ingenuity was breaking records flying across the Martian surface.
Chinese scientists build model Mars atmosphere to aid sample-return plans
By Andrew Jones published
Chinese scientists have constructed a numerical model to simulate the Martian atmosphere and thus assist the country's plans to return rock samples from the Red Planet.
Say goodbye to Mars! The Red Planet hides behind the sun for 2 weeks
By Robert Lea published
Mars will disappear from the sky for a few weeks on Saturday (Nov. 18), moving to the opposite side of the sun as seen from Earth during the Red Planet’s period of solar conjunction.
Mars probe sees Red Planet atmosphere glowing green at night
By Stefanie Waldek published
Using ESA's ExoMars Trace Gas Orbiter, scientists have observed nightglow in Mars' atmosphere, a phenomenon where the night sky glows green, almost like an aurora.
AI chemist finds molecule to make oxygen on Mars after sifting through millions
By Charles Q. Choi published
Scientists want to split Martian water to make oxygen. They're employing AI to light the way.
Mars, Earth, or deep space? ESA narrows down finalists for a future space mission
By Robert Lea published
After a rigorous selection process, ESA has arrived at three medium-sized space mission ideas for the future. Before the winner is selected, read on to decide your favorite.
'A City on Mars' is a reality check for anyone dreaming about life on the Red Planet
By Sharmila Kuthunur published
Ecologist Kelly Weinersmith discusses important unanswered questions about human space settlement in her new book, "A City on Mars."
Book excerpt: 'A City on Mars'
By Sharmila Kuthunur published
Kelly and Zach Weinersmith discuss important unanswered questions about human space settlement in their new book, A City on Mars.
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