"NASA Seeks Volunteers for Yearlong Simulated Mars Mission"

NASA is seeking volunteers for a one-year simulated Mars mission at the Johnson Space Center in Houston, starting in spring 2025. The mission involves a four-person crew living and working in a 3D-printed, 1,700 square foot space called the Mars Dune Alpha, performing tasks such as spacewalks, operating robots, and maintaining the habitat. Eligible participants must be healthy U.S. citizens or permanent residents aged 30-55, proficient in English, and have a master's degree in a STEM field with professional experience, among other qualifications. The deadline to apply is April 2, 2024.