NASA Seeks Volunteers for Year-Long Mars Simulation in 2025

The simulation at Johnson Space Center will prepare for future Mars exploration by mimicking the planet's challenges.

NASA is seeking volunteers for a year-long simulated Mars mission, CHAPEA, set to begin in spring 2025 at the Johnson Space Center in Houston.
Participants will live in a 3D-printed habitat, Mars Dune Alpha, facing challenges such as equipment failures, communication delays, and environmental stressors.
Eligibility criteria include being a healthy, non-smoking U.S. citizen or permanent resident aged 30-55, with a master's degree in a STEM field and professional experience.
The mission aims to gather data to prepare for human exploration of Mars, focusing on crew health, performance, and the psychological aspects of long-duration space travel.
Applications are open until April 2, 2024, with compensation available for participants.