NASA has officially opened the 2026 Human Lander Challenge, which encourages teams to create advanced life support systems for future lunar missions. This challenge is part of NASA's broader Artemis program, which aims to establish a sustainable human presence on the Moon. Participants will be tasked with developing technologies that ensure astronauts can live and work effectively in the lunar environment. The initiative is designed to promote innovation and collaboration among various teams, including educational institutions and private companies, to advance space exploration capabilities. By focusing on life support systems, NASA aims to address critical challenges associated with long-duration space missions.