Mars Global (IMAGE) University of Texas at Austin Caption A view of Mars showing the planet's northern polar ice cap. A new study led by The University of Texas at Austin has found remnants of ancient ice caps buried in the north polar region. Credit ISRO/ISSDC/Emily Lakdawalla Usage Restrictions Credit photo 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.