The European Space Agency (ESA) has selected Airbus to design and build the landing platform for the ExoMars Rosalind Franklin rover. In 2028, ESA will launch this ambitious exploration mission […]
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Flyover Of Rosalind Franklin Astrobiology Mission Landing Site
A team of European scientists have published the most detailed geologic map of Oxia Planum – the landing site for ESA’s Rosalind Franklin rover on Mars.
Rhinocladiella similis: A Model Eukaryotic Organism for Astrobiological Studies on Microbial Interactions with Martian Soil Analogs
The exploration of our solar system for microbial extraterrestrial life is the primary goal of several space agencies.
Mawrth Vallis, Mars: A Fascinating Place For Future In Situ Exploration
After the successful landing of the Mars Science Laboratory rover, both NASA and ESA initiated a selection process for potential landing sites for the Mars2020 and ExoMars missions, respectively.
Tricorder Tech: Developing a Microfluidic Device to Perform Surface-Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy Analysis in Future Astrobiology Missions
The main advantage of Raman spectroscopy over competing analytical instruments used in robotic planetary missions is the capability to identify both organic and inorganic molecules.
Laser Upgrade For The ExoMars Rosalind Franklin Astrobiology Rover
After some time off the road, vehicles require proper maintenance checks. The ExoMars Rosalind Franklin rover is no exception and got an upgrade to one of its electronic boxes in […]
NASA And ESA Unite To Land Europe’s Rosalind Franklin Rover On Mars
NASA and ESA (European Space Agency) announced Thursday they signed an agreement to expand NASA’s work on the ExoMars Rosalind Franklin rover, an ESA-led mission launching in 2028 that will […]
Geological Mars Map Developed For The Rosalind Franklin Rover Mission
A team of European scientists have published the most detailed geological map of Oxia Planum – the landing site for ESA’s Rosalind Franklin rover on Mars. This thorough look at […]
The ExoMars Rosalind Franklin Rover Astrobiology Mission
In 2028, ESA will launch its most ambitious exploration mission to search for past and present signs of life on Mars.
The ExoMars Rosalind Franklin Astrobiology Rover Mission Is Back On Track
A year has passed since the launch of the ESA’s Rosalind Franklin rover mission was put on hold, but the work has not stopped for the ExoMars teams in Europe.
