Under the ice

Dusty ice exposed at the surface of Mars could provide the conditions necessary for the presence of photosynthetic life, according to a new modelling study

Destination Mars

Scientists have been working on ways to colonise Mars for almost a century, and the prospect of human exploration has been increased by the growth of ambitious private space companies like SpaceX.

Could current rovers find life on Mars?

New research published in Nature Communications suggests the equipment carried by Mars rovers might not be able to detect life on the Red Planet, even if it exists there, as it can fail to do so on Earth.

Adelaide’s mission to Mars

Research that could help materials be found in space more easily, enable satellites to swarm together and extend the reach of telecommunications is being kick-started by new funding.

Life on Mars

Robotic mining that can provide water and fuel is the key to developing a colony on the red planet within the next 30 years.

Preparing for Mars – in the outback

UNSW scientists have shown a group of Mars specialists the secrets of the remote Pilbara’s ancient rocks to prepare for NASA’s and ESA’s future missions to the red planet.