Exploration - HMP Research Program The Exploration Research program on the HMP seeks to use the opportunity of ongoing scientific field research on Devon Island to study the technologies, strategies, human factors and hardware designs relevant to the future exploration of Mars by both robots and humans. The Exploration Research program is currently divided into three main areas of research: Information Systems (IS), in which studies are conducted to define, develop and test communications architectures and information systems that will enable humans and robots to explore Mars safely and effectively. Research in IS on the HMP includes studies in Human-Centered Computing (HCC) and the development of Mobile Exploration Technologies. Robotics, in which robotic exploration technologies and strategies are investigated to support future robotic and human missions to Mars. Research in Robotics on the HMP includes field tests of robotic vehicles and components in anticipation of upcoming Mars exploration missions, the definition of the requirements of robotic systems for human Mars exploration support, and the deployment and evaluation of operational robotic systems in response to the exploration and survey needs of the HMP Science program. During the field season science reports will be available at times. Please check the individual disciplines for these reports. Communications using new technology is part of the exploration program.