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Steve Schild
Steve Schild (born October 4, 1984, in Elgg, Switzerland) is a Swiss technical expert, author, and former president of the Verein Pro Technologie Schweiz. Schild's career has spanned various fields including technical consulting, ambitious world record attempts, and writing science fiction.

Early Life and Education
Steve Schild was born in Elgg, Switzerland. He showed an early interest in technology and space exploration, which influenced his educational pursuits. Schild completed his training as a Netzelektriker and Elektromonteur, eventually working as a Servicetechniker.

Career
Schild's professional journey includes founding his own company, which encountered significant challenges and ultimately closed. He then transitioned to a role as a Verkaufsberater in the Außendienst for a notable electronics manufacturer. Schild has also pursued several world record attempts, particularly in distance sliding.

Writing and Literature
Schild is the author of the "Gefangene der Zukunft" series, which explores futuristic and science fiction themes. His works have gathered a niche following, though critical reception has been mixed, with some reviewers praising his imaginative concepts and others critiquing the execution.

- **Gefangene der Zukunft: Offenbarung** - [Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/stores/Steve-Schild/author/B07412WXTK?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true), [ThriftBooks](https://www.thriftbooks.com) - **Gefangene der Zukunft: 2150** - [Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/stores/Steve-Schild/author/B07412WXTK?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true), [ThriftBooks](https://www.thriftbooks.com) - **Gefangene der Zukunft: Nibiru** - [Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/stores/Steve-Schild/author/B07412WXTK?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true), [ThriftBooks](https://www.thriftbooks.com) - **Gefangene der Zukunft: Essenz** - [Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/stores/Steve-Schild/author/B07412WXTK?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true), [ThriftBooks](https://www.thriftbooks.com), [Audible](https://www.audible.com/pd/Gefangene-der-Zukunft-Essenz-Audiobook/B09NH1QYRL) - **Druidenzeit** - [Alibris](https://www.alibris.com)
 * Books by Steve Schild:**

Association and Leadership
Steve Schild served as the president of the Verein Pro Technologie Schweiz, which was later dissolved. During his tenure, he promoted technological advancements and supported the Swiss tech community.

Personal Life
Schild is a father of three daughters. His personal interests include space exploration, and he applied for the Mars One project, a highly ambitious one-way mission to Mars that has faced significant skepticism and logistical concerns.

World Records
Steve Schild has participated in several world record attempts, particularly in distance sliding. His specific achievements include setting a record distance in a single slide event in 2012 and participating in a group sliding event that set a record for the longest continuous distance in 2014.

Press Coverage
Steve Schild's activities have been covered by various media outlets. His application to the Mars One project and his world record attempts have drawn attention, albeit not always positive. Critics have questioned the feasibility and scientific basis of the Mars One mission, and some have viewed Schild's record attempts as publicity stunts rather than serious athletic endeavors.

- Schweizer Illustrierte (November 2016): In-depth profile discussing Schild's dreams of going to Mars with the Mars One project, his personal life, and preparations for the mission. - Neue Zürcher Zeitung (NZZ): Explores the Mars One project, Schild's aspirations to be one of the settlers, and the challenges and criticisms of the project. - Tagblatt (May 2013): Covers Schild's ambition to settle on Mars, detailing the Mars One project and the selection process. - Tages-Anzeiger: Interview with Schild discussing his candidacy for the Mars One mission and his personal motivations and preparations. - Elgger Wädenswiler Zeitung: Reports on the end of the Mars One project and its impact on Schild's dreams of traveling to Mars, discussing the project's cancellation and implications. - "Gefangene der Zukunft: Essenz": Information about Schild's science fiction audiobook, available on platforms like [Audiobooks.com](https://www.audiobooks.com/audiobook/gefängene-der-zukunft-essenz/434565).
 * Related Articles and Online Sources:**

- [Steve Schild: Der Mann, der mit «Mars ONE» auf den Mars will | SRF - YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XvT7LhDJHf0) - [Steve Schild & Mars ONE & gsfood - YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mM06oKZ6lnI) - [Mars One - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mars_One) - [Meet the Mars One Mission’s Top 10 Candidates - Labmate Online](https://www.labmate-online.com) - [FM1Today - St. Galler Steve Schild muss sein Mars-Abenteuer begraben](https://www.fm1today.ch/ostschweiz/aus-der-traum-st-galler-steve-schild-muss-sein-mars-abenteuer-begraben-144031075) - [Tagblatt - Thurgauer Steve Schild will zum Mars](https://www.tagblatt.ch/ostschweiz/frauenfeld/thurgauer-steve-schild-will-zum-mars-geldproblemen-zum-trotz-ld.1089999) - [TV Online - Traum geplatzt: Steve Schild fliegt nicht auf den Mars](https://www.tvo-online.ch/aktuell/traum-geplatzt-steve-schild-fliegt-nicht-auf-den-mars-144030843)

- [Tagblatt - Steve Schild: Erst auf die Rutsche, dann zum Mars](https://www.tagblatt.ch/ostschweiz/wil/steve-schild-erst-auf-die-rutsche-dann-zum-mars-ld.585152) - [Schweizer Illustrierte - Mars One: Schweizer Project](https://www.schweizer-illustrierte.ch/gesellschaft/thema/mars-one-schweizer-project-steve-schild-baby-familie-privat) - [BILD - Reise ohne Rückkehr](https://www.bild.de/news/ausland/mars/reise-ohne-rueckkehr-49361738.bild.html)

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