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Thoughts on Mars exploration, space advocacy, and technology.
Note: Blog posts marked as "Archive" are historical content from 2022 and earlier. For current updates, follow The Mars Society blog and James on Bluesky.
We Grew Martian Tomatoes
Using compost, spirulina, and a custom PhotoBioReactor, our MDRS Crew 261 mission grew tomato seedlings in Mars regolith simulant.
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March Executive Director's Letter
An update on how I see things progressing in my new role as Executive Director of The Mars Society.
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My History with the Mars Society
This blog post describes my personal history with the Mars Society, from way back in 1998 until the present day.
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The Space Race of the 2020s
Is there a Space Race happening right now? It's hard for me to believe, but some people doubt this. This article provides some evidence as well as concrete goals.
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20 Mars-Related Technology Development Ideas for a Startup Company
A list of technologies that can be developed immediately to help build a human civilization on Mars, and also could form the foundation of a 21st century startup technology company.