The document discusses The Mars Society and the Mars Desert Research Station (MDRS) Crew 45 expedition from February to March 2006. It provides an overview of the non-profit educational foundation focused on furthering scientific study and development of the moon and Mars. It then details the various projects and studies carried out by MDRS Crew 45 during their simulation, including EVA simulations, construction of a pressurized tunnel, water recycling and diet studies, and dust control research.