Mars-like Landscape (IMAGE) Louisiana State University Caption LSU Mars researchers study the Kilauea Iki lava lake on Hawaii, which offers a similar geological environment to Mars. Credit Don Hood, LSU Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.