Mapping Mars for the Search for Ancient Life

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How do scientists map Mars in the search for signs of ancient life? In this video, PhD student Joe McNeil from the Planetary Environments Research Group at The Open University discusses his research into mapping the geology of Mars and how it contributes to the ExoMars mission. Joe explains how studying the Martian surface can help scientists better understand the planet’s history and identify locations that may hold evidence of past life. His work combines planetary science, geology and space exploration to support future missions investigating the red planet. The video also offers insight into postgraduate research at The Open University and the exciting opportunities available in planetary science and space research. https://research.open.ac.uk/ https://www.open.ac.uk/postgraduate/research-degrees/ https://www.open.ac.uk/courses/science/degrees/bsc-natural-sciences-astronomy-planetary-science-q64-ast/ #Mars #SpaceScience #PlanetaryScience #Astrobiology #ExoMars #TheOpenUniversity

Published 2026-06-22 · Watch on YouTube ↗
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