MARTE, or the Mars Astrobiology Research and Technology Experiment, is a project focused on exploring the potential for life on Mars. It aims to develop and test technologies that can help scientists search for signs of past or present life on the planet. The project involves various scientific disciplines, including astrobiology, robotics, and geology. By simulating Martian conditions on Earth, researchers can better understand how to detect biosignatures and assess the habitability of Mars for future missions.