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About mars 2117
Driven by the passion of UAE’s wise leadership to unveil new knowledge, the Mars 2117 project represents a major ongoing contribution to humanity’s interplanetary endeavours.
In 2017, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Maktoum, directed the MBRSC to lead the country’s ambitious project to build the first human settlement on Mars by 2117, in collaboration with major international space institutions. The Mars 2117 strategy is a part of the UAE space programme.
The Mars 2117 strategy is a part of the UAE National Space Programme. It’s goals are supported through four main pillars:
Research & Development
Enabling the UAE’s pioneering role in developing life support systems that would make it possible to live on other planets, and to develop capabilities to gather more information about the surfaces of these planets
Education
Instilling a culture based on discovery and exploration in future generations of all education levels
Enablement
Empowering the UAE and the Arab world to contribute to humanity’s efforts on the journey to Mars and beyond by enabling and building capabilities
Collaboration
Fostering effective partnerships with leading organizations and individuals in order to achieve the programme’s goals.
Mission
To prepare cadres of space scientists and engineers that can enable the UAE to contribute to the development of space travel and planetary settlement capabilities, in particular the establishment of a human colony on the red planet
Vision
To develop scientific and innovative technical capabilities necessary to achieve a sustainable human settlement on Mars.
Objectives
To enable the UAE to contribute to the development of life support systems and solutions for human settlements on other planets, while simultaneously harnessing scientific research to address the challenges of food, water and energy security on Earth
Mars Science City
In line with Mars 2117 Strategy, Mars Science City will comprise laboratories that will stimulate the red planet’s terrain and harsh environment for food, energy and water, agricultural testing and studies.
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5th Annual Emirates Mars Mission (EMM) Science Workshop
The Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) will be hosting the 5th Annual Emirates Mars Mission (EMM) Science Workshop from Sunday, March 15 until Tuesday, March 17 at ‘United Arab Emirates University’, ‘New York University Abu Dhabi’ and ‘University of Sharjah’ in the UAE.
Space Explorer Camp
Space Explorer Camp is a leading initiative, launched by the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC), to provide young enthusiasts an exceptional experience in space exploration and to help them understand our fascinating planet and the solar system. The Space Explorer Camp will ignite their passion for the universe by providing a unique hands-on experience on space science and technology.
International Astronautical Congress (Iac) 2020
The International Astronautical Congress (IAC) is the world’s largest annual space event. MBRSC has participated for several years and has been selected to host the Congress in 2020, providing a valuable global scientific platform and highlighting the development of the space sector in the UAE.
Humans In Space 2019
Hosted by MBRSC, the International Academy of Astronautics (IAA) will hold its 22nd Humans in Space (HIS) Symposium at the World Trade Centre in Dubai from 11 – 14 November. This is the first time this event is being hosted in the Middle East and North Africa region, indicating the UAE’s strengthening position in the sector.
Young Professionals In Space (YPS) Conference 2019
The MBRSC will host the 4th YPS Conference in 2019. The initiative brings together scientists, engineers and leaders in the space industry from around the world to discuss technical advances, opportunities and emerging space technologies.