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Mars on the cheap: Scientists working to revolutionize access to the Red Planet
By Leonard David published
An increasing number of researchers are blueprinting low-cost and novel ways to further explore the Red Planet.
Mars was doomed to desiccation
By Mike Wall published
Mars was doomed to desiccation by its small size, a new study suggests.
Perseverance rover collects 2nd Mars sample (photos)
By Mike Wall published
Perseverance collected another drilled-out core of a Martian rock dubbed "Rochette," sealing the sample in its designated titanium tube on Wednesday (Sept. 8).
'Perfect' Mars rock sample drilled from the Red Planet in historic mission
By Brandon Specktor published
Following a botched first attempt, NASA's Mars Perseverance rover successfully collected a pencil-thin Martian rock core sample.
Martian 'blueberries' may hold signs of ancient water, new study suggests
By Brandon Specktor published
Martian 'blueberry' stones may hold evidence of the planet's watery past, a new study of similar minerals on Earth suggests.
Why Perseverance rover fumbled 1st sampling attempt on Mars
By Chelsea Gohd published
NASA's Perseverance rover's first sample collection didn't go as planned due to trouble with a "unique" and unexpectedly powdery Mars rock.
Perseverance rover aims for its 1st sample of Mars, comes up empty
By Mike Wall published
Perseverance drilled its first sample-collecting hole on Friday (Aug. 6), but data beamed back to Earth by the rover indicate that no Mars rock or dirt made it into the sampling tube.
Curiosity rover finds cute little rock 'lizard' on Mars
By Stephanie Pappas published
A small rock arch in Gale Crater is a whimsical example of the textures of Mars.
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