In 2019, it will be 50 years since The Open University was established, and since the Apollo 11 landing on the Moon. These two independent but unique events have touched millions (if not billions!) of lives. In this presentation, Dr Mahesh Anand will highlight the internationally-leading lunar research carried out at The Open University on the Apollo samples and how the Moon is a natural gateway for future planetary exploration. Prepare to be inspired to make “living off the land on the Moon” a reality in the not too distant future!