MSP CONFERENCE ON RADIATION MITIGATION ON MARS

Abstract

As we venture towards realizing a sustained way of human presence on Mars, the challenge of mitigating radiation exposure becomes a vital part of making this a reality. The conference aims to go over a diverse range of strategies that will combine into a multi-pronged system that will protect humans on Mars from exposure to this radiation. Topics to be covered include the usage of natural elements for shielding, such as the Martian regolith and subsurface structures, as well as ways to manipulate these materials for our use. Additionally, we will go over ways of personalized protection measures, such as wearable technologies and medication that will help reduce the levels of radiation. By addressing the multifaceted challenge of reducing the radiation levels on Mars for future human explorers, we believe we can contribute to sustainable exploration and habituation on Mars.