Critics question Mars effort worth billions
Critics question the value of NASA's Mars quest after evidence of ancient water raises questions about its current relevance. Scientists debate whether Mars research justifies budget tradeoffs versus advancing Earth ocean science, with calls to boost NOAA and NIH funding while pursuing robotic exploration.
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