We're putting in realistic simulations, so they're going to be doing realistic Mars tasks ... their personal hygiene and healthcare like drawing blood. They will also exercise, grow food, and ...

The four participants will be forced to work together to tackle any unexpected challenges as they arise, per NASA's website: "The habitat will be as Mars-realistic as feasible, which may include ...

They will also be observed while reacting to Mars-realistic environmental stressors, such as water limitations, equipment failures and isolation. NASA is in the early stages of preparation for ...

A team of researchers with a variety of backgrounds and affiliated with multiple institutions in the U.S. has taken a realistic approach to looking at the question of whether Mars could be ...