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NASA Astronauts to Answer Questions from Students in Minnesota
NASA Astronauts to Answer Questions from Students in Minnesota NASA astronauts Michael Fincke and Zena Cardman will participate in a live Q&A session with students from Minnesota on August 20, answering prerecorded science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) questions. The event, hosted by the PACER center, aims to inspire teens with disabilities to consider opportunities […]
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NASA Astronauts to Answer Questions from Students in New York, Utah
NASA Astronauts to Answer Questions from Students in New York, Utah NASA astronauts Nichole Ayers and Anne McClain will answer questions from students in two separate events: The first event will take place on June 23 at 11:30 a.m. EDT, where students from P.S. 71 Forest Elementary School in New York will submit their questions. […]
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NuSTAR Art + Coloring Pages
NuSTAR Art + Coloring Pages NASA has released a series of coloring pages inspired by the NuSTAR mission. The coloring pages are available for download as PNG and PDF files, featuring various themes such as spacecraft, the Sun, stellar remains, X-ray binaries, and spiral galaxies. Each page is designed to be visually appealing and educational, […]
Science
High Above the World
High Above the World Franklin Chang-Diaz was a NASA astronaut who made history as the first Hispanic American to fly in space. He was part of NASA’s ninth class of astronaut candidates and worked on the STS-111 mission, which included three spacewalks outside the International Space Station. During one of these spacewalks, Chang-Diaz was partnered […]
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Teacher uses artificial intelligence to inspire future generations
Teacher uses artificial intelligence to inspire future generations A teacher used AI-powered chatbot ChatGPT to create personalized images for her first-grade students. The images depicted each student in their dream career, showcasing their passions and interests. The teacher’s intention was to inspire and motivate the children, rather than simply creating a fun activity. The project […]
Technology
NASA Astronaut Jeanette Epps Retires
NASA Astronaut Jeanette Epps Retires NASA astronaut Jeanette Epps retired on May 30 after nearly 16 years of service with the agency. Epps spent 235 days in space, including 232 days aboard the International Space Station, working on hundreds of scientific experiments during Expedition 71/72. She was selected as a member of NASA’s 20th astronaut […]
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What a sunny van Gogh painting of ‘The Sower’ tells us about Pope Leo’s message of hope
What a sunny van Gogh painting of ‘The Sower’ tells us about Pope Leo’s message of hope Pope Leo XIV referred to Vincent van Gogh’s painting “Sower at Sunset” as a symbol of hope during his first general audience in Rome, highlighting its connection to Christ’s Parable of the Sower. The painting, created in 1888, […]
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How a Childhood Telescope Launched a NASA Career
How a Childhood Telescope Launched a NASA Career Christina Zeringue’s passion for astronomy was sparked at age 10 when she looked through her new telescope and saw the Moon and planets, inspiring her to pursue a career in space exploration. Zeringue worked as a contractor for NASA Stennis for 14 years before joining the organization […]
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Preflight Flower
Preflight Flower A NASA photographer captured a unique flower, Borshchov’s tulip, near the launch pad at the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. The flower is native to Kazakhstan and attracts many visitors who come to study and appreciate its beauty. The photo was taken on April 7, 2025, ahead of a NASA astronaut and cosmonauts launching […]
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NASA STEM Programs Ignite Curiosity Beyond the Classroom
NASA STEM Programs Ignite Curiosity Beyond the Classroom NASA’s STEM programs aim to ignite curiosity beyond the classroom, shaping the future of innovation and exploration. The agency’s outreach website, NASA Engages, connects NASA experts and resources with communities, educators, and students across the country, fostering collaboration and inspiring the next generation. Aero Fair is a […]
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