It can now be explored Mars Through InternetInstitutions U.S. space NASA in cooperation with software giant Microsoft launched an interactive websites that allow surfers the world explore the planet Mars.
Website called 'Be a Martian' is inviting accessed to help scientists solve a variety of research assignments in order to add the reference scientific about the red planet was.
"We're at the point of history where every person can become explorers of space," said the director of the Mars Exploration Program at NASA's Doug McCuistion.
"With the amount of data the mission of Mars that could be accessible to anyone, exploring Mars has now become like a joint effort by humans," he added.
For example, users can calculate the number craters exist on Mars. In fact, according to NASA, in the past, this task is very challenging because it involves the number is very large.
This website also provides features 'Virtual Town Hall' where users can ask questions about Mars and will be answered by experts Mars.
Another thing that is not less interesting, the site Be a Martian opened opportunities for software developers independent to be creative. Microsoft provides prizes for developers who can create the device access providers image of Mars for the benefit of online, classroom teaching, and the mission of Mars.