Published 15:36 IST, May 23rd 2020
NASA inviting applications for a paid stay in isolation at fake Mars for eight months
The space agency NASA is seeking applications for an isolated stay at fake Mars to study the effect of confinement and isolation on humans. Read more to know
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current Coronavirus pandemic has forced a lot of countries to opt for a complete lockdown. For those who are liking this time in self-quarantine and isolation, NASA has perfect job. US ncy, NASA is seeking candidates for a social isolation study that will help in future missions to Mars and .
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Astronauts experience different aspects of social isolation and confinement during ir missions. Researchers at NASA are working to learn more about physical and psychological impact of confinement and isolation on humans. selected applicants will spend eight months in isolation with a small international crew in Moscow, Russia. aim of this mission by NASA is to help m prepare in ir future expeditions to moon and Mars.
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participants will be in isolation where fake mars will be created to study effect of condition and environment at Mars on humans. selected applicants will experience environmental aspects similar to that on Mars on this fake Mars mission. Participants will be paid for ir time on fake Mars by NASA at different levels. level of payment will depend upon if applicant is associated with NASA or t. employment status at NASA will also be a major deciding factor in compensation paid to applicant. upcoming study of this fake Mars mission by NASA will be building on a previous four-month study that was conducted last year.
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How to apply on this fake Mars mission at NASA
This might sound like one of most interesting jobs but re are some requirements for an eligible candidate. primary criteria for application are that willing candidate should be willing to spend eight months in isolation. Apart from that, re are or requirements too. Here are detailed requirements for fake Mars mission by NASA.
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- candidate applying for this mission should be holding US citizenship.
- candidate should be d 30 to 55 years of .
- candidate should be proficient in both, Russian and English langu.
- educational and work experience required are as follows: M.S., PhD., M.D. or completion of military officer training. Participants with a Bachelor’s degree and or certain qualifications (e.g., relevant ditional education, military, or professional experience) may be acceptable candidates as well.
- candidates are vised to check official website of NASA to check for latest updates and news regarding mission.
See official anuncement by NASA here
15:36 IST, May 23rd 2020