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What is the Moon Mars Working Group?
The MoonMars workshop was a recommendation from the Space Generation Summit (SGS) held at the World Space Congress in Houston in 2002. The Space Exploration workgroups from SGS decided that it is very important to look at current moon and mars exploration plans and to highlight their commonalities; to show how developments for one benefits the other. One roadmap is needed for MOONMARS exploration, and this should accelerate our pace in exploration and colonization of our near solar system.
What is SGAC?
As part of UNISPACE III, alumni of the International Space University organized and convened the Space Generation Forum (SGF). The aim of the forum was to express the visions and perspectives of youth with regards to future space activities. This evolved to include a youth input into the deliberations of the UN at UNISPACE, and was charged to make recommendations to the Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space. Over 160 young people from 60 countries attended the forum, which ran parallel to the UNISPACE III proceedings. Of the ten recommendations from the SGF technical report that were accepted by the UN, five were integrated into the Vienna Declaration.
How are Moon Mars Working Group and SGAC affiliated?
Moon Mars Working Group is a spin-off from the SGAC that concentrates specifically on Moon/Mars initiatives from an academic, technological and implementation standpoint. We are an autonomous group, however our strong ties with SGAC remain and are reinforced during our collocation at the International Astronautical Congress each year.
What is the schedule of the Moon Mars Working Group events?
Please visit current WorkShops page for details.
Who should participate in Moon Mars Working Group events?
As part of SGAC, the Moon Mars Working Group is a predominantly youth oriented activity (with a broad view of 'youth') for those connected with or interested in the future of mankind on the Moon and Mars. Experts of all ages are also welcome and encouraged to help as advisers. Undergraduate/graduate students and young professionals from all disciplines (not just science or engineering related) are encouraged to attend. Other disciplines could include geology, astronomy, public administration, business, international relations, psychology, philosophy, law, chemistry, computers, robotics, etc.)
For some events, delegate participation is limited to the 18-35 age range but, we always need organizers, experts, speakers and advisors willing to contribute a little time to help strengthen the future. So there is a place for all age groups in the Moon Mars Working Group.
Will I get authorship for the papers I work on?
Yes. Full Co-Author credit will be given for those that provide substantive input.
What should I bring to Moon Mars Working Group?
Yourself, your ideas, your enthusiasm, your personal rocket (if applicable), relevant reference material, a computer is very helpful, US/Europe power conversion if needed, an alarm clock, an open mind.
This sounds interesting, but why should I participate?
This is an opportunity to mix ideas and collaborate professionally with other students, graduate students and young professionals from around the world under the supervision of top experts in the space arena. It is a chance to have your ideas be heard and have semi-direct influence over the future of mankind in space.
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