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Space exploration in the backyard, on a budget – how NASA simulates conditions in space without blasting off
Space exploration in the backyard, on a budget – how NASA simulates conditions in space without blasting off NASA uses analog missions to simulate conditions in space without blasting off, allowing scientists to study human spaceflight and test techniques for future missions. Analog missions are conducted in extreme environments on Earth that replicate elements of […]
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Saturn’s moon seems to have all the ingredients for life
Saturn’s moon seems to have all the ingredients for life Researchers have identified new organic compounds within jets of icy water erupting from Saturn’s moon Enceladus using data from the Cassini space probe. The discovery adds to mounting evidence that Enceladus could be habitable, as it appears to have all the ingredients for life as […]
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NASA, International Partners Deepen Commitment to Artemis Accords
NASA, International Partners Deepen Commitment to Artemis Accords NASA, along with international partners, convened to further implement the Artemis Accords, practical principles guiding responsible exploration of the Moon, Mars, and beyond. The meeting, held during the 76th International Astronautical Congress in Sydney, marked a five-year anniversary of the accords, which now have 56 country signatories […]
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NASA, Blue Origin Invite Media to Attend Mars Mission Launch
NASA, Blue Origin Invite Media to Attend Mars Mission Launch NASA and Blue Origin are inviting media to attend the launch of the ESCAPADE mission, which will study Mars’ interaction with solar wind. The twin ESCAPADE spacecraft will provide insight into how solar activity drives atmospheric escape on Mars, and will be launched on NASA’s […]
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NASA signs US-Australia Agreement on Aeronautics, Space Cooperation
NASA signs US-Australia Agreement on Aeronautics, Space Cooperation NASA has signed an agreement with Australia to strengthen collaboration in aeronautics and space exploration between the two nations, building on over half a century of cooperation. The “Framework Agreement” recognizes mutually beneficial cooperation in areas such as space exploration, space science, Earth science, aeronautics research, and […]
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Artemis II CrewxA0to Advance Human Spaceflight Research
Artemis II CrewxA0to Advance Human Spaceflight Research NASA’s Artemis II mission will launch in 2026 and feature a crew of four astronauts from NASA and the Canadian Space Agency, who will conduct human research studies to better understand how deep space travel affects the human body, mind, and behavior. The crew will participate in various […]
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Orion Mission Evaluation Room
Orion Mission Evaluation Room NASA’s Orion spacecraft is on its Artemis II mission, carrying crew around the Moon. A team of expert engineers at NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston will be monitoring the spacecraft during its journey. The team operates from a new space called the Orion Mission Evaluation Room (MER) inside the Mission […]
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NASA Seeks Industry Input on Next Phase of Commercial Space Stations
NASA Seeks Industry Input on Next Phase of Commercial Space Stations NASA is seeking industry input on its next phase of commercial space stations to ensure a seamless transition from the International Space Station. The agency has released a draft Phase 2 Announcement for Partnership Proposals (AFPP) and will hold an informational industry briefing on […]
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NASA astronauts Jonny Kim and Zena Cardman pose for a portrait in the Unity module
NASA astronauts Jonny Kim and Zena Cardman pose for a portrait in the Unity module NASA astronauts Jonny Kim and Zena Cardman pose for a portrait inside the Unity module on the International Space Station. The two astronauts, part of NASA Astronaut Group 22, are conducting weekend housecleaning and maintenance activities during their Expedition 73 […]
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Hidden treasures of America’s national parks are closer than you might think
Hidden treasures of America’s national parks are closer than you might think There are over 400 national park sites managed by the National Park Service beyond the 63 formally designated as national parks, offering a wealth of natural and cultural treasures across the US. The National Park System provides free or low-cost access to popular […]
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