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When astronauts set foot on Mars, it will be one of humanity's greatest milestones. These first steps will be the result of decades of research, engineering, and imagination coming together, marking the beginning of a new era of discovery on another planet. A Science Strategy for the Human Exploration of Mars identifies the highest-priority science objectives for the first human mission to Mars, placing the search for life at the top of the list. The report examines scientific opportunities across Mars' geology, climate, water and CO? cycles, dust storms, and the environmental factors affecting human health and biological systems. It evaluates four potential multi-mission campaign concepts and outlines how crew-led science, robotic tools, drilling, and sample return can work together to advance understanding of Mars and prepare for sustained human exploration.

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Author:   National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine ,  Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences ,  Space Studies Board ,  Committee on a Science Strategy for the Human Exploration of Mars
Publisher:   National Academies Press
Imprint:   National Academies Press
ISBN:  

9780309731737

ISBN 10:   0309731739
Pages:   240
Publication Date:   31 March 2026
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Front Matter Summary 1 Introduction 2 Defining the Science for Campaigns 3 Campaigns 4 Disciplinary Science Priorities 5 Putting Science in the Moon to Mars Architecture 6 Synopsis References Appendix A: Statement of Task Appendix B: Panel on Astrobiology: Context for Science Traceability Matrix Appendix C: Panel on Atmospheric Science and Space Physics: Context for Science Traceability Matrix Appendix D: Panel on Biological and Physical Sciences and Human Factors: Context for Science Traceability Matrix Appendix E: Panel on Geosciences: Context for Science Traceability Matrix Appendix F: Implications of Artificial Intelligence for Human Mars Exploration Appendix G: If Life Is Found Appendix H: Acronyms and Abbreviations Appendix I: Committee and Staff Biographical Information Appendix J: Science Traceability Matrices for Panels

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