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Title: Why Mars Remains a Compelling Target for Planetary Exploration
Primary Author: Dr. John F. Mustard
Secondary Author(s): N/A
Institution: Brown University
Date: September 15, 2009
Summary: Mars has been an extremely compelling exploration target. The Decadal Survey is re-evaluating the priority of different sectors of the planetary exploration program. Based on the data collected since 2002, our conclusion is that the exploration of Mars is even more compelling now than it was then.
Panel Selection: Mars: Not Phobos and Deimos.
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