Mars
Could Mars Dust Be “Levitated” Away?
What could potentially be the biggest problem during a human mission to Mars? One NASA study says, surprisingly, that dust…
Debunking Astrology: Mars Can’t Influence You
So you think the position of Mars in the sky at the time of your birth made you tall, dark,…
No More Roving for Spirit; Stationary Science Ahead
[/caption] The Spirit rover's driving days are likely over, as efforts to extricate the rover have been curtailed. "We do…
No Word Yet From Phoenix; Spirit’s Days May be Numbered
[/caption] Not a peep yet from the Phoenix lander. The Mars Odyssey orbiter has completed all 30 relay overflights of…
HiRISE Makes Your Wishes Comes True
[/caption] The HiRISE science team is now taking requests! A new web tool called HiWish is now available for the…
Stunning New Views From HiRISE; Plus Big Announcement?
Caption: Dune symmetry on Mars. Credit: NASA/JPL/University of Arizona It is so wonderful to see the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter back…
Odyssey to Start Listening for Phoenix Lander
Caption: The Phoenix Mars Lander, its backshell and its heatshield are visible within this enhanced-color image of the Phoenix landing…
New Year’s Resolution: Find the Mars Polar Lander
[/caption] Finding hidden treasure would be a great way to start the new year, don't you think? And somewhere in…
Will the Spirit Rover Survive 2010?
In just a few days, the Spirit rover will celebrate six incredible years on Mars. But JPL put out a…
Mars 2016 Methane Orbiter: Searching for Signs of Life
[/caption] The new joint Mars exploration program of NASA and ESA is quickly pushing forward to implement an agreed upon…