Life on Mars

A Mars Habitat Simulation Challenge

Ready to be a Martian?

Earn your place on a simulated Mars colony and overcome the challenges of life on the red planet.

Program Dates: January 26 - 28, 2024

Application Deadline: CLOSED

Decision Announcements: COMPLETE

Life on Mars is a 3-day habitat simulation where you will be tasked to complete your individual team challenge and work as a colony to sustain life on Mars. You will have the opportunity to work with NASA and other space industry experts in Southern Florida as you navigate the challenge.

Currently Accepting Program Volunteers: LEARN MORE HERE

JOIN US FOR THE MARTIAN REPORT

JANUARY 28TH, 11:00AM EST

After three days as Martians, as part of the Life on Mars habitat simulation, the selected six teams working with NASA and other space experts will be ready to share their report.

Learn about how tough living on Mars will be, and hear from each team - Structure & Suit Design, Nutrition & Agriculture, Habitat Operations, Heath & Safety, Human Services & Recreation, and Resource Development & Management – to learn about how they designed for survival and sustainability.

A panel of expert judges will assess their proposals. Be there to find out if our Martian community has done enough to live on Mars.

If all goes well, a celebratory lunch to follow.

FAQs

  • This is a 72 hour program in which we simulate what it would be like to be a astronaut on Mars, with each participant working in a team to solve a specific challenges related to creating a community on Mars.

    There are 6 teams which will work to build a plan to address different facets of the difficulties of living on the red planet.

    They are Human Services and Recreation, Health and Safety, Structure and Suit Design, Habitat Operations, Resources Development & Management, and Nutrition & Agriculture.

  • Yes! We encourage folks of all backgrounds to apply. Each station is guided by mentors and industry experts who will assist in the formation and development of your ideas. Bring your enthusiasm and we’ll provide the expertise!

  • The program will start on Friday, January 26th and go through Sunday, January 28th, but there will be “off hours” between 10pm and 8am.

  • There is no cost to participate.

Sponsor Life on Mars

Exciting sponsorship and engagement opportunities are available.

Please contact us at levl5@spacefoundation.org