Space travel to Mars is grueling. Illinois researchers are trying to make it easier May 28, 2024 4:45 pm by Thomas BruchIllinois in the News Share on Facebook Tweet Email Images Freethink (May 17) A NASA-sponsored study at the U. of I. is finding out whether it's possible to recreate the benefits of exercise without astronauts breaking a sweat — all part of NASA's goal to put boots on Mars before 2040. Share on Facebook Tweet Email