Scientists have discovered kaolinite mineral on Mars, providing new evidence that the planet was once warm and wet.

Hausrath became the lead author of a study analyzing NASA’s first-ever Martian samples of soil, airfall dust and rock fragments that are set to be returned to Earth in the 2030s. “It’s ...

NASA’s science team believes the rock has a texture unlike any seen ... The rover is collecting core samples of Martian rock and regolith (broken rock and soil). The samples will be used for ...

Researchers are looking underfoot to uncover the mysterious past of Mars: Martian regoliths in the soil. Their water storage capabilities may help us understand the change in water on Mars over time.