Exposing Microorganisms in the Stratosphere

Exposing Microorganisms in the Stratosphere (E-MIST) is a NASA study to determine if microorganisms could survive conditions like those on the planet Mars. The study will transport bacteria by helium-filled scientific balloon to the stratosphere of Earth and monitor the ability of the microorganisms to survive in such extreme Martian-like conditions.

Exposing Microorganisms in the Stratosphere

Exposing Microorganisms in the Stratosphere (E-MIST) is a NASA study to determine if microorganisms could survive conditions like those on the planet Mars. The study will transport bacteria by helium-filled scientific balloon to the stratosphere of Earth and monitor the ability of the microorganisms to survive in such extreme Martian-like conditions.