A global competition for high school and undergraduate students to solve space science-themed problems, focusing on human habitation of Mars. Participants develop creative, research-based solutions.
Science | STEM
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- Contact: info@phoenixspace.org
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About the competition
Comp Info
- Estimated Ann. Participants: 100
- Cost: Free
- Estimated Time Commitment: Major
- Participant Format: Small Team
- Event Format: Online Synchronous
- Competition Format: Original Submission, Simulation/Challenge
- Reach: International
- Event Size: Very Small
Participation Information
Students form teams of up to 3 and submit a written entry and a short video proposing solutions to challenges related to Mars habitation. Finalists present their ideas live to a panel of experts.
Based on creativity, feasibility, research quality, and effectiveness of communication.
$1,500 for 1st place, $1,000 for 2nd, $500 for 3rd; certificates and mentorship opportunities
Students form teams of up to 3 and submit a written entry and a short video proposing solutions to challenges related to Mars habitation. Finalists present their ideas live to a panel of experts.
1. Form a team and register online. 2. Submit a 4-5 page written solution and a short video. 3. Finalists present their solution live to judges.
Research tools, writing tools, video creation tools
Based on creativity, feasibility, research quality, and effectiveness of communication.