Long-term exposure to Mars dust may pose serious health risks to astronauts, including lung damage and thyroid issues.

“While the dust on Mars isn’t going to be the most dangerous part of a mission to the Red Planet, it’s definitely a hazard ...

New research from the University of Colorado Boulder reveals how breathing in Martian dust could lead to serious health ...

Mars has fascinated people for centuries, not only because it is our closest neighbor in space but also because of its striking red color. The Red Planet’s rusty hue has been a mystery for a long time ...

Inhaling dust particles from the Red Planet over long periods of time could put humans at risk of developing respiratory issues, thyroid disease and other health problems.

Martian dust contains hazardous substances like silica, perchlorates, nanophase iron oxides and toxic metals, which can cause ...

The study comes just when NASA’s Curiosity rover detected the largest organic compounds ever found on Mars. But while that ...