NASA | Voices of MAVEN

Bruce Jakosky, the principal investigator of the MAVEN mission, discusses the mission's goals to study Mars' atmosphere and its evolution. The mission involves a large, distributed team collaborating across various institutions. Jakosky shares his excitement about the mission, drawing on his experience with previous Mars orbiters. MAVEN aims to explore Mars' atmosphere, offering insights into its history and implications for future Mars exploration and Earth's understanding. The mission represents a significant step in Mars exploration, focusing on atmospheric studies and potential life-supporting conditions.

What are some of the implications of MAVEN's findings for future travels to Mars?

Why is the MAVEN mission considered a logical step in understanding Mars?