Bring a crew to SAM
SAM is like no other Mars research center and analog on Earth. So even if you’ve been to one or two others, we promise a unique, valuable research platform and analog experience. Please review the following requirements before initiate the application process (at bottom).

Application: Phase I

  • Institution or company (if any)
  • Country(ies) of origin for all crew members
  • Number of people in your SAM crew (min 1, max 4)
  • Number of people in your Mission Control crew (min 1 on-site or remove, max 6 on-site)
  • Confirm at least one experienced (published) researcher
  • Will you provide team members for Mission control?
  • Have you attended any other analogs before? Which one(s)?
  • Duration of stay (min 10 days)
  • Basic field of research
  • Briefly describe your proposed study
  • Receive and review associated fees

Application: Phase II

  • Mission statement
  • Research plan — undergoes a review and approval process
  • Publication plan — undergoes a review and approval process

Pre-Arrival Certifications and Training

  • Approved Conflict Resolution training for the full team
  • CPR and First Aid training for at least 2 team members

On-site Training + Debrief

  • Three full days on-site training at Biosphere 2 prior to entry
  • 1-2 hours debrief after exiting SAM and before departure from Biosphere 2

Cost

  • The total cost is approximately $2,500 per person per week, or $20,000 for a 4-person, 2-weeks mission. Details are provided with further engagement. This includes three days training, and food during the mission.
  • Lodging at Biosphere 2 (or a nearby hotel) for a minimum of two nights and three days prior to entry. Teams are responsible for their own meals during the training period. The SAM team hosts a dinner with all visiting team members, during training.
  • Flights to and from the Tucson International Airport, or Phoenix Sky Harbor and ground transport from either airport to Biosphere 2, located just west of Oracle, Arizona.

Having read the above, contact us to initiate a conversation, formulate your mission objectives, and establish the cost associated with your stay. This process takes no less than three months, with a preferred six months planning.

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