NASA Seeks Volunteers for Year-Long Mars Simulation

The simulation aims to study the effects of long-term isolation and confinement on human health and performance.

NASA is calling for applicants to participate in a year-long Mars simulation study at the Johnson Space Center.
Participants will live and work inside a 1,700 square-foot 3-D printed habitat to simulate the Mars environment.
The study focuses on understanding crew dynamics and performance under stress, including dealing with isolation and communication delays.
Applicants must be healthy, non-smoking US citizens or permanent residents between the ages of 30 and 55, proficient in English, and meet certain STEM or military qualifications.
The application process assesses candidates' expeditionary skills, including self-care, cultural competency, leadership, teamwork, and communication.