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The NASA Exobiology ProgrammeNASA will indeed conduct a more active search for life beyond Earth. Research on the Martian meteorites will be augmented by $2 million to be contributed equally by NASA and NSF (National Science Foundation). The science strategy for the NASA Mars Surveyor Program now places a much higher priority on the search for life, particularly fossil evidence. This program features two launches per opportunity (every two years, starting this November). The focus on Exobiology emphasizes high resolution multispectral orbital mapping to locate key aqueous sedimentary minerals, the exploration of ancient terrains by capable rovers, and the need for multiple sample return missions. Additional information is contained within the original extended abstract.
Document ID
20020040842
Acquisition Source
Ames Research Center
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
DesMarais, David J.
(NASA Ames Research Center Moffett Field, CA United States)
Chang, Sherwood
Date Acquired
August 20, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1996
Subject Category
Exobiology
Meeting Information
Meeting: Royal Society Conference
Location: London
Country: United Kingdom
Start Date: October 30, 1996
End Date: November 2, 1996
Sponsors: Royal Society
Funding Number(s)
PROJECT: RTOP 185-52-32
Distribution Limits
Public
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