A stunning new true-color mosaic of Mars is transforming how scientists—and the public—see the Red Planet. For decades, Mars has been portrayed in exaggerated reds and browns, often adjusted for ...

Mars has captivated scientists and the public alike for centuries, not only for the remote possibility of alien life, but also the planet’s reddish hue. But what exactly gives the planet its iconic ...

We all know Mars is called “The Red Planet,” but have you ever stopped to wonder—why is it red? The classic joke explanation has been, “It’s rusty.” While that’s not entirely wrong, the truth is far ...

David Joffe receives funding from the NASA Office of STEM Engagement through a grant from the Georgia Space Grant Consortium People from cultures across the world have been looking at Mars since ...