MBRSC announces the launch of second Annual EMM Science Workshop

The workshop, which will be held on October 3 at The Westin Dubai, Al Habtoor City, will address the science of the Martian atmosphere, as well as various topics about the Red Planet, its history and evolution over millions of years, with the participation and the presence of professors from UAE universities, the international scientific community, and students from the Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) programme.

Salem Humaid Al Marri, assistant director general for Scientific and Technical Affairs at MBRSC, said: “The Emirates Mars Mission - Hope is of great importance, being a pivotal phase in the space sector journey in the UAE. Being delegated to design, implement and supervise all the phases of the project, under the supervision of the UAE Space Agency, MBRSC is committed to the development of national capacity in Martian science and outer space exploration technology, so as to achieve the UAE’s strategy in the field of space and to serve the project’s current and future requirements and objectives.”

Sarah Amiri, deputy project manager, science lead of the Emirates Mars Mission, said: "This workshop is in line with the efforts of MBRSC and the Emirates Mars Mission, to create opportunities for exchanging information among those who are interested in Martian science.”  

The second Annual EMM Science Workshop offers a opportunity for a specific number of people wishing to participate as presenters for the submission of presentations on Martian science and atmosphere.