"Unsuitable Personalities and Optimal Population: Mars Habitat Requirements Revealed"
A study by researchers from George Mason University aimed to determine the ideal number of people needed for a thriving Mars colony and unexpectedly found that individuals with a "neurotic" personality type, characterized by aggression, high competitiveness, and difficulty coping with boredom and change, had a significantly higher death rate in simulations. The study suggests that minimizing or removing neurotic personalities from a Martian community could lead to a more stable settlement. These findings could help future missions select crew members who are better suited for the stressful environment of an off-earth colony.