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What's It Like Pretending to Live on Mars? - Simulating Long-Term Space Travel

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Explore the fascinating world of Mars analogue missions in this 28-minute AGU podcast episode featuring writer Kate Greene. Discover the challenges and insights gained from Greene's four-month experience as part of the first HI-SEAS mission in Hawaii, simulating life on Mars. Learn about NASA's shift in focus towards preparing for long-term space travel, including studies on menu fatigue, team dynamics, and the psychological aspects of isolation. Gain valuable insights into the qualities NASA seeks in potential Mars-bound astronauts and how these simulations compare to the isolation experienced during the pandemic. Delve into Greene's personal reflections on her time in the dome, including unexpected self-discoveries and the items she missed most during the mission.

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What’s It Like Pretending to Live on Mars?

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