The focus in February was on two main topics: In the first half of the day, poster sessions provided a platform to update each other on the progress of the seven interdisciplinary research projects of the initiative, with the aim of keeping an eye on the "big picture". Following the sessions, there was room for an internal review within the individual project’s teams. Impressions and input from the other areas were used to identify possible cooperation but also critically question the direction of the own research.

In the second half of the day, the focus was on developing ideas for new collaborative research projects. Building on the morning's sessions, the participants met in two groups and worked together on their concepts.

All members of the initiative contributed greatly on this day to advancing the research of the Humans on Mars initiative of the University of Bremen. We thank them very much for their participation and great commitment.