Tag: planetary protection
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Mars Exploration Opportunity: Apply to the IMEWG Group
Opportunity to Shape Mars Exploration and Planetary Protection The International Mars Exploration Working Group (IMEWG) is forming a sub-working group dedicated to identifying international science objectives and planetary protection priorities during the transition toward coordinated robotic and crewed Mars missions. This is a unique chance for scientists, engineers, policy experts, and mission planners to contribute…
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Gut Bacteria Survive Space Travel: Earthly Microbes Endure Launch, Microgravity, and Reentry
Spaceflight and the Human Microbiome: A Surprising Resilience In a development that blends microbiology with space exploration, scientists report that a common gut bacterium’s spores can endure the extreme rigors of space travel. The study, conducted in Australia and published in npj Microgravity, tested Bacillus subtilis spores—an organism well known for its resilience and its…
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Opportunity to Join the International Mars Exploration Working Group Sub-Group on Planetary Protection
Overview The International Mars Exploration Working Group (IMEWG) invites interested researchers, engineers, and policy experts to apply for a newly forming sub-working group focused on planetary protection and international science priorities. This group will shape the strategy and scope for future robotic and crewed Mars exploration during the transition period leading up to 2026 and…
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Opportunity To Apply To A New International Mars Exploration Working Group on Planetary Protection
Opportunity Overview The International Mars Exploration Working Group (IMEWG) is establishing a new sub-working group dedicated to identifying international science and planetary protection goals and priorities. This transition period will guide the future joint robotic and crewed exploration of Mars, ensuring that scientific objectives are balanced with robust planetary protection measures. The working group will…