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The Mars Society @themarssociety.bsky.social · 14h

Another successful suborbital test flight by SpaceX's Starship today. An important step on the path to Mars.

The Mars Society @themarssociety.bsky.social · 1d

We’re kicking off the 2025–26 field season at the Mars Desert Research Station in Utah with Crew 319—a team of scientists, engineers, and a #NatGeo photographer! 👨‍🚀👩‍🚀Part of the World’s Biggest Analog, a global Mars/Moon simulation. Visit: mdrs.marssociety.org for more. #mdrs

The Mars Society @themarssociety.bsky.social · 1d

Thank you to our incredible sponsors for making the 28th Annual International Mars Society Convention at USC possible! 🔴 Your support helps drive research, advocacy & inspiration for humanity’s journey to Mars. Visit marssociety.org to learn more about sponsor options.

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The Mars Society @themarssociety.bsky.social · 1d

Huge thanks to everyone who attended the 28th Annual Int'l Mars Society Convention at USC! Your energy, curiosity & support made it an incredible event. Special thanks to our amazing staff & volunteers! Full talks & panels coming soon on YouTube. #mars2025 #themarssociety

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The Mars Society @themarssociety.bsky.social · 4d

“Houston, we have a problem.” The @USC A/V team is having tech issues with today’s #MarsSociety Convention livestream, so it won’t be available live. All sessions are being recorded & will be posted soon on our YouTube channel. Thanks for your patience & stay tuned for updates!

The Mars Society @themarssociety.bsky.social · 5d

Dr. Robert Zubrin, Mars Society president & founder, giving opening comments this morning about plans for humans to Mars at the 28th international convention at USC. marssociety.org #mars2025 #mars #science #spacetech #spaceexploration

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The Mars Society @themarssociety.bsky.social · 5d

For those joining us at the 2025 Int'l Mars Society Convention at @USC, please note that the 3-day event (Oct. 9–11) will take place in Taper Hall’s main ballroom (THH 201). Here’s a link to the campus map: bit.ly/432J16s. We look forward to welcoming you! #mars2025

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The Mars Society @themarssociety.bsky.social · 6d

Tune in Oct 9 for #MarsSociety Convention sessions on analog research! 1:30pm PT - Sergii Iakymov talks about the Mars Desert Research Station & 2:00pm PT - Ben Stanley unveils the new Journal of Space Analog Research. Watch: bit.ly/4qhE8kf. #mdrs #utah #science

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The Mars Society @themarssociety.bsky.social · 8d

From asteroid mining to #Mars habitats, the 2025 Int'l Mars Society Convention (Oct. 9–11 @USC) is where space talk gets real. Join your fellow orbital enthusiasts & future Martians! For full info, visit bit.ly/4gQC6TN! #spaceexploration #mars2025 #losangeles #spacetech

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The Mars Society @themarssociety.bsky.social · 8d

Registration is NOW OPEN for the 2026 University Rover Challenge! Student teams: fill out the form, pay the application fee & join the URC competition before Oct. 29th. Details & sign-up here: bit.ly/42pycex. #urc2026 #marsrover #students #stem #globalcompetition #mdrs

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The Mars Society @themarssociety.bsky.social · 11d

Big news: Starlink (SpaceX) joins Boeing as a sponsor of the 28th Annual Int’l Mars Society Convention at @USC, Oct 9–11! In-person & virtual. Details: marssocietyconference.org. #space #mars #sponsorship #themarssociety #science #spaceexploration #spacetech

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The Mars Society @themarssociety.bsky.social · 12d

🚨 Heads up, Martian fans! No #RedPlanetLive on Oct 7 as we prep for the 2025 Int'l Mars Society Convention at @USC. The Oct 21 show will feature exclusive interviews from top speakers at the LA event—stay tuned! #RPL #podcast #october #themarssociety #spaceadvocacy #mars2025

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The Mars Society @themarssociety.bsky.social · 13d

From Mars science to space policy, the future is on the agenda! Don’t miss the 2025 Int'l Mars Society Convention at @USC, Oct. 9-11—featuring leading scientists, aerospace experts & policymakers. Attend live or stream at marssociety.org. #mars2025 #mars #humanstomars

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The Mars Society @themarssociety.bsky.social · 13d

#NASA science is under threat. 25% cuts could derail space & #Mars exploration. Don’t miss The State of NASA panel, Oct 9 @ 7pm PT (@USC + virtual), part of 2025 Mars Society Convention. Speakers: Casey Dreier, Dr. Tiffany Vora & Dr. Robert Zubrin. marssociety.org.

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The Mars Society @themarssociety.bsky.social · 18d

Call for Volunteers! The 2025 Int'l Mars Society Convention is landing at USC (Los Angeles), Oct. 9–11. #Volunteer for just 10 hours & enjoy free access to all plenary talks & panels (banquet not included). Contact: [email protected]. #volunteering #spaceadvocacy

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The Mars Society @themarssociety.bsky.social · 18d

Countdown alert: 2 weeks ‘til the 28th Annual Mars Society Convention at USC! Oct. 9–11. In person or online—your boarding pass to Mars & beyond! Full details at: marssociety.org!

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The Mars Society @themarssociety.bsky.social · 20d

Albert Haldemann, #ESA Mars Chief Engineer, will address the 2025 International Mars Society Convention in October about Europe's plans for exploring Mars and beyond. Visit marssociety.org for full details. #science #mars2025 #marsexploration

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The Mars Society @themarssociety.bsky.social · 20d

Hey USC students! The 2025 Int’l Mars Society Convention lands on campus Oct. 9–11—and it’s FREE for you! Meet top space experts & explore the future of Mars. Register: bit.ly/45xhHxA. #mars2025 #spaceexploration #aerospace #spaceflight #stem #themarssociety

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The Mars Society @themarssociety.bsky.social · 22d

Backed by decades of pioneering analog work, the Mars Society is proud to serve as a senior partner in HOPE, providing global expertise, financial support & crew-selection leadership for India’s first crewed Mars analog program. Info at bit.ly/4gvk5Ks. 🇮🇳 🇺🇸 🇦🇺

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The Mars Society @themarssociety.bsky.social · 22d

Welcome to the global Mars Society family! We’re excited to announce the new Isle of Man Chapter, dedicated to promoting the vision of a permanent human presence on Mars. To learn more, email [email protected]. #spaceadvocacy #mars #themarssociety #humanstomars #science

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The Mars Society @themarssociety.bsky.social · 27d

Last night on #RedPlanetLive, Mars Society Executive Director James Burk talked about big things ahead — the upcoming international convention, recent Mars analog missions, the fight to protect NASA’s science budget & much more! Catch the full conversation here: bit.ly/4mosEYF. @nasa #RPL #podcast

The Mars Society @themarssociety.bsky.social · 27d

TODAY, 5pm PT: #RedPlanetLive with Mars Society Exec Dir @jamesburk on Utah & Devon Island analogs + a preview of the upcoming 2025 USC Convention. Join live: bit.ly/3VETqkK. #mars2025 #RPL #podcast #marsexploration #stem #education #themarssociety #mars #marsanalog

The Mars Society @themarssociety.bsky.social · 28d

Join us in saving NASA's critical science budget! Contact your member of Congress today!

The Planetary Society @planetarysociety.bsky.social · 29d

JUST IN! Congress is considering a stopgap bill to keep the government open through Nov. 20. OMB is planning to cut billions from NASA during this, risking paid-for missions and thousands of jobs.

Tell Congress to protect NASA science and prevent these cuts: www.planetary.org/advocacy-act...

Advocacy Action Center

The Planetary Society is organizing a new space constituency that is educated, empowered, and loud.

www.planetary.org

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The Mars Society @themarssociety.bsky.social · Sep 11

Program itinerary released! Don’t miss the 2025 Mars Society Convention Oct 9–11 at USC. Big names. Big ideas. Big step toward Mars. Visit marssociety.org for full details, including how to register. #spaceadvocacy #humanstomars #marsexploration #mars2025

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The Mars Society @themarssociety.bsky.social · Sep 11

"I don't think the human race will survive the next 1,000 years unless we spread into space." - Dr. Stephen Hawking #humanstomars #spaceflight #technology #exploringspace

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