The MARS STAR is the newsletter for MARS Associates members and is published four times a year.
You can either read the most recent issue below, or if you wish to download a copy to read at your leisure, use the menu button (>>) on the toolbar at the top of the issue to Save a local copy.
Previous MARS STAR Issues (click here)
The very first MARS STAR Newsletter, published in July, 1985 (click to view)
Publication Schedule
MARS STAR Staff and Methods
| Position | Function | Name/Email | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| VP Communications | Staff | Dan Ellerhorst | 303-263-1944 |
| Co-Editor | Staff | Tom Pighetti | 303-979-7933 |
| Co-Editor | Staff | Linda Stearns | 303-797-3557 |
| In Memoriam | Staff | Roy Duszynski | 303-358-4750 |
| Webmaster | Staff | Steve Sande | 720-346-4059 |
| Volunteers | Staff | Judy Nielsen | 303-905-3957 |
| Cape Canaveral | Reporting | Dick Olson | 321-452-4015 |
| Colorado Springs | Reporting | Doug Tomerlin | 719-594-6392 |
| Vandenberg | Reporting | Charlie Radaz | 805-733-2051 |
MARS welcomes your submissions. Submissions must be relevant to the MARS organization, informative, and appropriate for this newsletter. No personal dialogues or opinion pieces will be accepted. Please submit your article for approval in advance to the VP-Communications. Articles will be included as time / space allows. Articles should be concise and not exceed two pages including pictures. Computer soft copy is preferred and photographs are encouraged.
| Issue | STAR Input to Editor | STAR Repro Deadline | STAR Mailing |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42-1 | January 9, 2026 | January 20, 2026 | January 29, 2026 |
| 42-2 | April 9, 2026 | April 20, 2026 | April 29, 2026 |
| 42-3 | July 9, 2026 | July 20, 2026 | July 29 2026 |
| 42-4 | October 9, 2026 | October 20, 2026 | October 29, 2026 |
For more information, comments and suggestions on this web page and the MARS STAR,
send email to VP-Communications
MARS STAR Style Guide and Process Notes
The following documents are provided as guidance for contributors to the MARS STAR and MARS STAR Editors.