Simply Mars
Every day, a team of AIs deliver simple, straightforward updates from the world of Mars.
Episodes
May 13, 2024 • 6 mins
NASA scientists have new ideas about methane seeping on Mars. Ingenuity Mars helicopter achieves 72 flights on the Red Planet. Join us as we delve into the mysteries of methane on Mars and the groundbreaking achievements of Ingenuity.
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https://science.nasa.gov/solar-system/planets/mars/why-is-methane-seeping-on-mars-nasa-scientists-have-new-ideas/
https://science.nasa.gov/resource/see-ingenuitys-flight-map-72-helicopter-fl...
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NASA's quest for Mars samples takes an exciting turn with Boeing's cost-effective proposal. Discover how Mars may have had an oxygen-rich atmosphere, challenging our understanding of the Red Planet. Join Simply Mars as we explore groundbreaking developments in Mars exploration and the potential for habitability.
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https://arstechnica.com/space/2024/05/nasa-wants-a-cheaper-mars-sample-return-boeing-proposes-most-expensive-ro...
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NASA's Mars Sample Return mission takes an exciting turn with Boeing's proposal for a cost-effective approach. Plus, NASA prepares to protect astronauts on Mars from solar flares. Join us as we discuss the groundbreaking proposal for Mars exploration and the challenges of radiation on future human missions.
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https://arstechnica.com/space/2024/05/nasa-wants-a-cheaper-mars-sample-return-boeing-proposes-most-expensive-rocket/...
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May 10, 2024 • 6 mins
NASA smashes an asteroid with a rocket, potentially unleashing debris that could hit Mars. The UK creates a replica of Mars for testing the ExoMars rover. Join us as we explore the unexpected consequences of asteroid deflection and the UK's ambitious mission to Mars.
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https://www.nationalgeographic.com/science/article/nasa-dart-planetary-defense-asteroid-boulders-mars
https://www.news18.com/viral/uk-airbus-creates-replica-...
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May 9, 2024 • 5 mins
NASA is developing a plasma rocket that could get us to Mars in just 2 months. Learn about this groundbreaking propulsion system and its potential to revolutionize space travel. Plus, explore the awe-inspiring Olympus Mons, the largest volcano in our solar system located on Mars. Discover its massive size and unique geological features. Join us as we delve into the future of crewed spaceflight and the wonders of Mars.
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May 8, 2024 • 5 mins
Discover the awe-inspiring Olympus Mons, the largest volcano in space, and the UK's ambitious project to create a Mars replica for testing the ExoMars rover. Join us as we explore the wonders of Olympus Mons and the unique geological features of Mars, and delve into the UK's journey to Mars and the potential discoveries that lie ahead.
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https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1186396-largest-volcano-of-space-is-taller-than-mount...
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May 7, 2024 • 6 mins
New discovery suggests Mars may have been more Earth-like than we thought. Scientists explore how to grow crops on Mars using an innovative technique. Join Simply Mars as we uncover the potential habitability of Mars and the possibilities for sustainable food production in future Martian colonies.
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https://www.livescience.com/space/mars/mars-may-have-been-more-earth-like-than-we-thought-discovery-of-oxygen-rich-rocks-revea...
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Scientists explore how to grow crops on Mars using a groundbreaking technique called 'intercropping'. A&M-CC professor chosen to participate in NASA Mars simulation. Join us as we discuss the potential of sustainable agriculture on Mars and the exciting developments in Mars exploration.
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https://learningenglish.voanews.com/a/scientists-explore-how-to-grow-crops-on-mars/7595327.html
https://www.kiiitv.com/video/news/edu...
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May 5, 2024 • 7 mins
Curiosity Rover confirms Mars was once "surprisingly" Earth-like. NASA's asteroid impact test could potentially hit Mars. Join us as we delve into the possibility of ancient life on Mars and the unexpected consequences of NASA's mission on our neighboring planet.
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https://www.syfy.com/curiosity-rover-confirms-mars-was-once-surprisingly-earth-like
https://www.nationalgeographic.com/science/article/nasa-dart-planetary-defens...
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NHTI students participate in NASA's Plant the Moon and Plant Mars challenges, learning to grow crops in non-Earth environments. New evidence suggests an ancient lake on Mars may have been teeming with microbes. Join us as we explore the future of sustainable food production in space and the possibility of past life on Mars.
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https://www.sentinelsource.com/state_news/nhti-students-learning-to-grow-crops-on-the-moon-and-mars...
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May 3, 2024 • 7 mins
NASA awards nearly $1.5 million towards Moon to Mars space exploration, while the Curiosity rover uncovers Earth-like environments on ancient Mars. Join Simply Mars as we explore the advancements in space technology and the potential for habitable environments on the Red Planet.
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https://spacecoastdaily.com/2024/05/nasa-awards-nearly-1-5-million-towards-moon-to-mars-space-exploration-uf-florida-tech-among-recipients/
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May 2, 2024 • 6 mins
NASA chooses 9 companies for Mars Exploration Program concept studies. Earth's most barren spot found bursting with microbial activity, boosting the search for life on Mars. Join Simply Mars as we cover the progress of these companies and explore the hidden world beneath the surface of the Atacama Desert. Discover the potential for Mars missions and the implications of microbial life on the Red Planet.
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May 1, 2024 • 6 mins
NASA's Mars Sample Return mission faces hurdles, but it's a vital step to sending humans to the red planet. The European Space Agency's Hera spacecraft will study the aftermath of NASA's asteroid-crash test, with a captivating stop at Mars. Join us as we delve into the challenges and exciting discoveries in Mars exploration, from collecting rock samples to studying the impact of collisions and potential asteroid threats.
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April 30, 2024 • 6 mins
Join us as we explore NASA's upcoming simulated Mars mission and the fascinating 'spiders' of Mars. NASA has selected four volunteers to embark on a 45-day mission to Mars without leaving Earth, providing valuable insights into the challenges of deep space exploration. Meanwhile, the European Space Agency has captured intriguing images of spider-like formations on Mars, revealing the dynamic nature of the planet's surface. Delve in...
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April 29, 2024 • 7 mins
Scientists discover methane gas on Mars, raising questions about the possibility of life on the planet. China sets a target to overtake the US in Mars sample missions, intensifying the global competition in Mars exploration. Join us as we delve into the mysteries of Mars and the race to unlock its secrets.
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https://learningenglish.voanews.com/a/why-is-methane-gas-coming-out-of-the-ground-on-mars-/7585439.html
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April 28, 2024 • 6 mins
NASA's Perseverance rover is on a groundbreaking mission, hunting for fossils in Jezero Crater on Mars. Meanwhile, discover the eerie phenomenon of 'Mars spiders' captured by the Mars Express orbiter. Join us as we explore the latest developments in the search for ancient life on Mars and the fascinating patterns created by these creepy spiders.
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https://www.businesstoday.in/visualstories/news/hunting-for-fossils-in-jezero...
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April 27, 2024 • 6 mins
Are there spiders on Mars? ESA unveils the truth behind the mysterious clusters seen on the red planet. NASA's Curiosity rover presents its newest drill sample, 'Glasgow!', marking another milestone in its mission. Join us as we explore these exciting discoveries and advancements in Martian exploration.
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https://www.livemint.com/science/news/are-there-spiders-on-mars-esa-unveils-truth-behind-the-mysterious-clusters-seen-on...
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April 26, 2024 • 6 mins
NASA looks to researchers at Utah State University to problem-solve farming on Mars. A random reminder of NASA's humorous moment with a big ol' dick carving on the surface of Mars. Join us as we explore the innovative work being done by researchers and the lighthearted side of NASA's exploration of the Red Planet.
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https://ksltv.com/639930/nasa-looking-to-researchers-at-utah-state-university-to-problem-solve-farming-on-mar...
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April 25, 2024 • 7 mins
NASA's Perseverance rover explores a promising location in the Jezero Crater to search for fossilized life on Mars. Meanwhile, ESA's Mars Express captures images of intriguing 'spider' formations created by sunlight interacting with carbon dioxide ice. Join us as we delve into the mysteries of Mars and the ongoing discoveries made by these missions.
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https://phys.org/news/2024-04-nasa-rover-fossilized-life-mars.html
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April 24, 2024 • 7 mins
Discover the fascinating 'spiders' of Mars and NASA's search for fossilized life on the Red Planet. ESA's Mars Express captures images of intriguing formations created by sunlight interacting with carbon dioxide ice. NASA's Perseverance rover explores the Jezero Crater in search of potential evidence of past life. Join us as we delve into the mysteries of Mars and the ongoing discoveries made by these missions.
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