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Title   |
Category |
Abstract |
Author |
Rating |
Views |
Date |
| Ecosystem |
Article
Terraforming
Biology |
How we will have to plan the new Martian ecosystem carefully. |
Chris Schubert |
9.75 |
16606 |
Jan 29, 2003 |
| MarsDrive Taskforce |
Article
Colonization
Current Events
Opinion |
A possible solution to actually beginning the massive fundraising and advocacy program envisioned by MarsDrive founder, Frank Stratford. |
Frank Stratford |
8.48 |
16618 |
Sep 07, 2005 |
| Space Elevator |
Article
Engineering
Extra-Martian |
A detailed proposal for a space elevator. |
Kevin Reimund |
8.19 |
14076 |
Aug 29, 2003 |
| Nuclear Propulsion and What It Means to Space Exploration |
Article
Chemistry
Engineering
Extra-Martian
Current Events |
A detailed article outlining the various types of nuclear propulsion and their advantages and disadvantages. |
Brian Rudo |
8.18 |
28945 |
Mar 05, 2003 |
| Paying for Mars |
Article
Colonization
Sociology
Current Events
Opinion |
Mars can be afforded simply because it is so expensive! |
David Ellard |
8.06 |
15068 |
Dec 27, 2002 |
| Focusing on Humans |
Article
Colonization
Sociology
Opinion |
To convince the general public to go to Mars, we won't win with scientific argument, but by making Mars a true human endeavor. |
Luciano Méndez |
8.01 |
18401 |
Sep 08, 2004 |
| Can we create a successful ecosystem? |
Article
Terraforming
Biology |
The ecosystem of Earth is so complex we still don't understand how it works. We'll have to invent one on Mars. |
Brian Rudo |
8.01 |
9487 |
Aug 31, 2000 |
| To Settle Mars |
Article
Colonization
Engineering
Current Events |
The key in a successful settlement is to keep things fresh, to not be afraid of embarking upon non-scientific projects because after all, Mars will be a future home for many people and we should always remember that. |
Frank Stratford |
7.94 |
25681 |
Aug 05, 2005 |
| Cities |
Article
Colonization
Engineering |
An overview of some possible ways to construct Martian cities. |
Alex Moore |
7.8 |
18625 |
Dec 24, 2000 |
| Kian Cochrane's Terraforming Method |
Article
Terraforming |
An all-inclusive method for terraforming Mars, from start to finish. |
Kian Cochrane |
7.73 |
27298 |
Feb 22, 2001 |
| Terraforming Mars: An Economic Requirement |
Article
Colonization
Terraforming
Sociology |
Colonizing and terraforming Mars is a vast undertaking which will require a vast, new economic system. This article explains. |
Giorgio Gaviraghi |
7.71 |
12988 |
Jan 22, 2005 |
| The Terrestrial Planet Finder and SETI |
Article
Terraforming
Extra-Martian |
By searching for planets that shouldn't normally have favorable conditions for life, we could stumble upon a civilization that might do its own terraforming. |
Matthew Johnson |
7.6 |
13946 |
Sep 05, 2004 |
| In Whose Hands is our Destiny? |
Article
Opinion |
An opinion of some reasons to go or not go to Mars, and who will need to eventually do it. |
Jonathan Street |
7.6 |
4809 |
Aug 11, 2003 |
| I dream of Mars |
Article
Colonization
Sociology |
Nathan shared his feelings and argument as to why we should go into space. |
Nathan Forstved |
7.58 |
6536 |
Dec 31, 2006 |
| Mars, One Way |
Article
Colonization
Sociology
Opinion |
It is our duty to spread ourselves throughout the universe, and our space agencies should do it. |
Gerhard von Müehle |
7.58 |
13138 |
Mar 13, 2004 |
| Ethics of Terraforming |
Article
Colonization
Sociology
Current Events |
Should Mars be kept Mars? Does mankind have the right to change it forever? Why not? |
Alex Moore |
7.58 |
11135 |
Jul 29, 2001 |
| Jim Keener's Terraforming Method |
Article
Terraforming |
A method describing, very specificially, different ways to completely terraform Mars. |
Jim Keener |
7.48 |
9541 |
Feb 03, 2003 |
| On the Possibility of Terraforming Mars |
Article
Biology
Terraforming |
An article on the possibilities of terraforming Mars. |
Martyn Fogg |
7.47 |
16505 |
Aug 29, 2005 |
| Space Is For You |
Article
Colonization
Opinion |
We must reach out and take hold of space because, in the end, mankind is destined for the stars. |
Frank Stratford |
7.46 |
11177 |
Sep 27, 2005 |
| Lack of CO2...A Curse or a Blessing? |
Article
Terraforming
Geology
Chemistry
Current Events |
An analysis of the impact of the discovery that the southern polar cap of Mars has less CO2 than previously thought. |
Alex Moore |
7.4 |
13890 |
Feb 13, 2003 |
| Radiation |
Article
Colonization
Terraforming
Chemistry
Biology
Engineering |
A description of the implications of the high radiation found on the way to Mars and on Mars itself. |
Kian Cochrane |
7.39 |
13125 |
Jun 11, 2003 |
| Terraformation: Making a Planet |
Article
Terraforming |
An overview of terraforming. A basic overview of the concepts and many ways to achieve it. |
Tim Volkert |
7.34 |
13595 |
Dec 02, 2005 |
| Robotic life on Mars? |
Article
Colonization
Engineering
Current Events |
How robots might one day be used on Mars. |
Brian Rudo |
7.33 |
8578 |
Aug 20, 2000 |
| Letter to America |
Article
Current Events
Opinion |
An opinion peace on Space Shuttle Columbia and the space program. |
Alex Moore |
7.27 |
4122 |
Feb 07, 2003 |
| What plants might take root on Mars? |
Article
Terraforming
Biology |
An overview of the necessity of genetic engineering for introducing life to Mars. |
Alex Moore |
7.26 |
14603 |
Sep 04, 2000 |
| Columbia Aftermath |
Article
Current Events
Opinion |
An essay on the Columbia disaster and why we must not give up on space. |
Alex Moore |
7.25 |
5046 |
Feb 01, 2003 |
| Atmosphere |
Article
Terraforming
Chemistry |
An overview of some of the implications of the Martian atmosphere on terraforming, and some ways to counter the negative ones. |
Alex Moore |
7.25 |
15269 |
Dec 13, 2000 |
| The Challenges of Mars |
Article
Colonization
Terraforming
Chemistry
Biology
Sociology
Engineering
Current Events |
Detailed summary of some of the challenges to be faced on Mars and some ways around them. |
Chris Ferenzi |
7.21 |
10830 |
Mar 30, 2003 |
| Propulsion on a Manned Martian Expedition |
Article
Chemistry
Engineering
Extra-Martian |
An overview of various propulsion methods, both real and extremely theoretical. |
Kevin Reimund |
7.17 |
12547 |
Jan 15, 2003 |
| Genetic Engineering |
Article
Terraforming
Biology
Engineering |
An overview of the possibilities of genetic engineering to create organisms to help terraform Mars. |
Chris Schubert |
7.16 |
8390 |
Apr 18, 2003 |
| Two Worlds Are Better Than One |
Article
Colonization
Terraforming
Sociology
Opinion |
The advantages of having two planets at humanity's disposal. |
William Bailey |
7.09 |
6353 |
Jan 02, 2004 |
| Lichen |
Article
Biology
Terraforming |
Introducing lichen in the early stages of terraformation will jump-start a higher-level ecosystem. |
Kian Cochrane |
7.09 |
23507 |
Sep 02, 2001 |
| Turner on Mars |
Article
Sociology
Miscellaneous |
A case for sending people with artistic ability ot Mars |
Stuart Atkinson |
7.08 |
6807 |
Jan 28, 2006 |
| Martian Monoculture |
Article
Sociology
Opinion |
Is the colonization of other planets really the best idea for today's human race? This article doesn't think so. |
Ferand Peek |
7.08 |
3945 |
Jun 28, 2005 |
| Perfluorocarbons |
Article
Terraforming
Chemistry |
Perfluorocarbons are a necessary part of terraforming, and the right mixture will speed up terraforming hundreds of years. |
Alex Moore |
7.05 |
5965 |
Jan 05, 2001 |
| Two Paths |
Article
Extra-Martian
Opinion |
A comparison between government research and private research in space and why we should rely on the private sector. |
Matthew Davidson |
7 |
3939 |
Jun 27, 2004 |
| Polluting Plants |
Article
Terraforming
Biology
Engineering |
An article describing the benefits of using plants instead of factories to terraform Mars. |
Steven Wintergerst |
7 |
5930 |
Jun 16, 2003 |
| Martian Boiler Room |
Article
Terraforming
Chemistry
Current Events |
With the right chemical reactions, Mars could provide cheap fuel while scrubbing the air of harmful CO2. |
Kevin Reimund |
7 |
4795 |
Dec 28, 2002 |
| Martian Architecture |
Article
Colonization
Engineering |
The first article on Red Colony. Not very informative, but historic nonetheless. |
Alex Moore |
6.96 |
5929 |
Jul 25, 2000 |
| Psychology and Space Travel: Planning for a Mars Mission |
Article
Colonization
Sociology |
Describing some of the hardships a crew will face on an extended trip to Mars, and some of the criteria for its selection. |
Anna Nicholson-Hutt |
6.94 |
14805 |
Aug 30, 2004 |
| Steven Wintergerst's Terraforming Method |
Article
Terraforming
Chemistry
Engineering |
A revised method for terraforming Mars, cheaply and efficiently. |
Steven Wintergerst |
6.93 |
5750 |
Jun 23, 2005 |
| Lunar Laws |
Article
Colonization
Extra-Martian
Opinion |
An article covering some concerns with lunar colonization, including geologic and historic preservation. |
Steven Wintergerst |
6.93 |
5174 |
Dec 24, 2004 |
| A City for Mars |
Article
Colonization
Opinion |
Building a city on Mars with a balance of permanent residents and tourists could jumpstart a massive popular colonization movement. Here's one way to do it. |
Frank Stratford |
6.92 |
8785 |
Jul 06, 2005 |
| Mars Pathfinder |
Article
Current Events |
An overview of the 1997 Pathfinder mission to Mars. |
Jeff Harr |
6.91 |
5957 |
Dec 13, 2000 |
| Transportation on Mars |
Article
Colonization
Engineering |
There will be many different ways to get around on Mars once we get there. This article explores some of them. |
Alex Moore |
6.86 |
12039 |
Aug 19, 2001 |
| Reality - Mars Style |
Article
Sociology
Opinion |
When trying to advocate the importance of colonizing Mars, we face the challenge of real people with real problems. Why not be realistic and outline the benefits Mars will bring that the common people, right here on Earth, will see? |
Frank Stratford |
6.83 |
7552 |
Jul 28, 2005 |
| Power Vegetables |
Article
Colonization
Engineering
Current Events |
Describes the possibilities of a new form of power using a greenhouse and wind. |
Alex Moore |
6.82 |
8590 |
Jan 03, 2003 |
| Signs of Life on Mars |
Article
Biology
Current Events |
An explanation of some different theories of present life on Mars, including an original theory by the author of the curious levels of oxygen in the atmosphere. |
Luciano Méndez |
6.8 |
11252 |
Feb 21, 2005 |
| Mars or Bust |
Article
Colonization
Sociology
Current Events
Opinion |
President Bush's space agenda is flawed, and the moon now stands in the way of more important goals. |
Chris Ferenzi |
6.75 |
4847 |
Feb 04, 2004 |
| Advertising to Finance Mars Missions |
Article
Colonization
Sociology |
Paying for a manned Mars mission can be accomplished with advertising in every stage, and private companies could even sponsor it. |
Luciano Méndez |
6.7 |
4869 |
Apr 08, 2005 |
| Using Northern Polar Ice to Jump-Start Martian Interplanetary Economy |
Article
Colonization
Chemistry
Sociology
Engineering |
How using frozen water from Mars' northern polar cap can begin the long process of terraformation. |
Remy Villeneuve |
6.66 |
5508 |
Jan 07, 2004 |
| Matthew Johnson's Terraforming Method |
Article
Terraforming |
This article breaks down the different components that would be necessary for a fully terraformed Mars, and explains how each can be obtained. |
Matthew Johnson |
6.6 |
7353 |
Jan 24, 2004 |
| Bacteria |
Article
Colonization
Terraforming
Chemistry
Biology |
Bacteria can be used in a number of ways to help terraform and colonize Mars. |
Jim Keener |
6.5 |
39029 |
Jul 19, 2001 |
| Who Should Govern Mars? Building the Case for a Sovereign Mars |
Article
Colonization
Sociology
Opinion |
Mars might be better left an independent entity, free from Earth. This article explains why. |
Clement Walsh |
6.43 |
5829 |
Aug 21, 2002 |
| Chris Schubert's Terraforming Method |
Article
Terraforming |
Mars lacks a magnetosphere and a strong light source, and this article argues that to terraform we'll have to build them. |
Chris Schubert |
6.42 |
7801 |
Jan 28, 2003 |
| Is the Future Safe? |
Article
Opinion |
Humans are becoming lazier and less efficient, and the television may be holding us from space. |
Nathanael Forstved |
6.23 |
5331 |
Sep 02, 2002 |
| What gases will make up the terraformed Mars? |
Article
Terraforming
Chemistry |
What gases will make up the atmosphere of Mars? This article explains. |
Brian Rudo |
6.23 |
18151 |
Sep 21, 2000 |
| Martian Aircraft |
Article
Colonization
Geology
Engineering |
An article covering the basics of the different types of lighter-than air vehicles that could be used to survey the difficult and rugged terain on Mars. |
Steven Wintergerst |
6.21 |
6102 |
Jul 31, 2005 |
| Do plate tectonics exist on Mars? |
Article
Colonization
Geology |
The existence of plate tectonics on Mars has many implications for future colonization and terraforming. |
Julia Casey |
6.15 |
11697 |
Sep 23, 2000 |
| What insects will thrive on the Red Planet? |
Article
Terraforming
Biology
Engineering |
Insects will be an important part of terraforming. This article explains why. |
Alex Moore |
6.14 |
5669 |
Aug 28, 2000 |
| What to Do on the Moon |
Article
Extra-Martian |
When it comes to human colonization, the moon has some advantages over Mars. |
Steven Wintergerst |
6.06 |
8163 |
Jun 01, 2005 |
| Mechanical Plants |
Article
Terraforming
Chemistry
Biology |
Black chlorophyll could raise the efficiency of photosythesis, thereby speeding terraformation. |
Jim Keener |
6 |
4373 |
Jan 24, 2001 |
| Where will the first colony on Mars be located? |
Article
Colonization
Geology |
Why chosing the right landing site is absolutely imperative for the success of colonization. |
Alex Moore |
5.97 |
10248 |
Aug 15, 2000 |
| Making Mars a Reality |
Article
Colonization
Sociology
Opinion |
Red Colony and the scientific community can get to Mars... and the funds are easier to find than you might think. |
Daniel Hay |
5.91 |
6600 |
Jan 22, 2004 |
| Mission Trajectory |
Article
Colonization
Engineering |
This article examines the different mission trajectories to reach Mars. |
Clement Walsh |
5.76 |
5278 |
Aug 17, 2002 |
| The Moons of Mars: Phobos and Deimos |
Article
Extra-Martian |
The moons of Mars, Phobos and Deimos, may be small, but they have their very own personality. |
Jeff Harr |
5.67 |
8600 |
Feb 26, 2001 |
| What animals might be adapted to live on Mars? |
Article
Terraforming
Biology |
The animals on Mars will obviously have to come from Earth, but they will be very different from their ancestors. |
Alex Moore |
5.66 |
9850 |
Sep 05, 2000 |
| Mars Meat |
Article
Colonization
Biology |
The possibilities of bringing different forms of meat for consumption. |
Steven Wintergerst |
5.57 |
8407 |
Jul 07, 2003 |
| What will weather on Mars be like in 300 years? |
Article
Geology |
A 300-year weather report for Mars: it's gonna be cold out there. |
Alex Moore |
5.52 |
4835 |
Sep 15, 2000 |
| Interview With Steve Squyres |
Article
Geology
Engineering
Current Events |
Two interviews with famous scientist Dr. Steve Squyres, leader of the Mars Exploration Rover Missions. |
Alex Moore |
5.5 |
4544 |
Feb 11, 2003 |
| Mars as an Investment in Earth |
Article
Colonization
Engineering |
There are many feasible benefits to going to Mars, including advances in the fields of meteorology, robotics, medicine, and recycling. |
Steven Wintergerst |
5.35 |
5776 |
Aug 12, 2005 |
| On Space, Politics, and Americas Destiny |
Article
Current Events
Opinion |
America's political system is holding the world down to Earth, and it must stop, for the good of mankind. |
Brian Rudo |
5.25 |
12692 |
Nov 12, 2002 |
| Mars: An Investment in the Earth |
Article
Colonization |
An outline of how going to Mars can benefit earth, and not simply in terms of science, but also of economy. |
Steven Wintergerst |
5.21 |
4905 |
Jun 20, 2007 |
| Jonathan Street's Method |
Article
Terraforming |
A guide for terraforming in seven easy steps. |
Jonathan Street |
5.15 |
5286 |
Aug 10, 2003 |
| Mars Express |
Article
Current Events |
The Mars Express will be a great tool for learning for about Mars' history. |
Jeff Harr |
5 |
3551 |
Jul 24, 2001 |
| Transportation |
Article
Chemistry
Engineering |
Covers some of the various issues involved in getting to Mars. |
Brian Rudo |
5 |
4467 |
Nov 01, 2000 |
| Domes |
Article
Colonization
Engineering |
A practical approach to building enclosed structures on Mars. |
Jim Keener |
4.75 |
10324 |
Dec 06, 2001 |
| Nature's Agenda |
Article
Opinion |
The case for giving life its rightful place in the universe by looking to the stars. |
Hans L.D.G. Starlife |
4.71 |
4001 |
Jun 21, 2005 |
| Shepherd Satellites |
Article
Terraforming
Chemistry |
An article describing a method of cancelling the deleterious effects of the solar wind through satellites. |
Steven Wintergerst |
4.66 |
3969 |
Jun 13, 2003 |
| What temperature must be reached on Mars? |
Article
Terraforming
Biology |
The temperature on Mars is going to have to be increased for even the hardiest organisms to survive. |
Jeff Harr |
4.56 |
4828 |
Oct 09, 2000 |
| Martian Crew |
Article
Colonization
Sociology |
An early article on crew selection. |
Alex Moore |
4.16 |
3791 |
Jul 26, 2000 |
| XCup Review |
cle |
Review of the XCup this year |
dreammaker |
4 |
5010 |
Nov 25, 2006 |
