Obstacles and Potential Solutions to Feed and Sustain Humans on Mars

Project by Polygence alum Kaitlin

Obstacles and Potential Solutions to Feed and Sustain Humans on Mars

Project's result

My research paper was published in Curieux Academic Journal's September 2024 Issue. I also presented at the Polygence Fall 2024 Symposium.

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Summary

One of Earth’s closest neighbors, Mars is a prime candidate for finding a “second Earth”. Missions to this planet like NASA’s Perseverance have looked closely into factors like atmosphere and soil that impact Mars’s ability to host human populations. Currently, the cold climate and the unsuitable balance of chemicals prevent the possibility of agriculture. Exploratory technology such as advanced greenhouses can take advantage of existing resources to help life withstand these harsh conditions. As more missions explore in greater depth how we can use Mars’s resources, humans can develop the necessary technology to create an agricultural system on this planet. Eventually, this information can be used to sustain the first human community.

Kristen

Kristen

Polygence mentor

PhD Doctor of Philosophy candidate

Subjects

Physics, Quantitative, Computer Science

Expertise

Physics, Astrophysics, Cosmology, Math, Computer Science, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence

Kaitlin

Kaitlin

Student

Graduation Year

2026

Project review

“My mentor exceeded my expectations. She was very knowledgable on the basis of the program as well as the content. The program's structure was also at my expectations as it was a great introduction for someone that had never written a scientific paper like this.”

About my mentor

“Kristen has clear experience working through the polygence program. She is knowledgeable about the content and is willing to provide help in and out of sessions. She encourages you to have control over your project while also providing insight on the best next steps.”