ESA Mars Mission study in Moscow facility

The Mars500 study takes place in a special isolation facility at the Russian Institute of Biomedical Problems in Moscow.

The purpose of the Mars500 study is to gather data, knowledge and experience to help prepare for a real mission to Mars one day.

The participants are subjects in scientific investigations to assess the effect that isolation has on various psychological and physiological aspects, such as stress, hormone regulation and immunity, sleep quality, mood and the effectiveness of dietary supplements.

Credits: ESA