The objective of the humans to mars project (H2M project) is to define and suggest solutions to overcome the scientific, technical, physiological, psychological and policy challenges of sending humans…

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Shared Services Center awarded Explore Mars, Inc., a non-profit organization, a $437,200 grant to support the Humans to Mars (H2M) Project. The objective of the H2M Project is to define and suggest solutions to overcome the scientific, technical, physiological, psychological, and policy challenges of sending humans to Mars. The grant, which runs from May 2019 through April 2021, funds programs and research to build consensus on mission objectives, examine the feasibility of Mars exploration, and stimulate commercial and international support for human missions to Mars. This contract is not associated with a set-aside designation.

The objective of the humans to mars project (H2M project) is to define and suggest solutions to overcome the scientific, technical, physiological, psychological and policy challenges of sending humans beyond low earth orbit - specifically, to mars. This information is promulgated in many ways, including through our annual conference in washington DC, workshops, panel discussions, educational outreach, and reports, each of which educates the general public and also assists space exploration stakeholders in advancing the long-term goal of landing humans on mars. .to accomplish this goal, we have identified a series of programs that (1) help define/suggest solutions to overcome technical, scientific, physiological, psychological, and policy challenges, (2) build consensus on mission, operational and scientific objectives, (3) strengthen the relationship between planetary science, human space flight, technology, policy experts, international partners and other essential fields and stakeholders required for long-term exploration of the solar system, (4) show the value of utilization of the international space station (ISS), cislunar missions, lunar surface operations, as well as robotic precursor missions to advance the humans to mars goal, (5) compile the lessons, knowledge, and concepts into comprehensive reports, (6) build consensus on the feasibility of mars exploration, (7) determine how best to advance the overall goal of landing crews on mars, (8) examine and articulate the reasons why we explore mars, (9) stimulate commercial and international support for human missions to mars, and (10) provide an annual report regarding the progress of mission planning, developments and capabilities towards the long-term goal of human missions to mars. .