After almost 20 years helping to operate rovers on Mars, NASA geologist and astronaut candidate Lauren Edgar says stepping foot on the Red Planet 'would be a dream'

NASA geologist and astronaut candidate Lauren Edgar, who has spent nearly two decades assisting in the operation of Mars rovers, expresses her excitement about the possibility of stepping foot on the Red Planet. This transition from designing experiments for astronauts to potentially being one of them highlights a significant personal achievement and the ongoing advancements in space exploration. Edgar's journey not only inspires future generations but also emphasizes the importance of human presence in understanding Mars.