SpaceX launches the multinational Ax-4 crew for a record-breaking mission to the ISS. Meet the first astronauts from India, Poland, and Hungary to fly!
The Moon’s exploration journey showcases human ingenuity, starting with the Soviet Union’s Luna 9 landing in 1966, proving the lunar surface can support a lander. The U.S. responded with Surveyor 1, leading to the Apollo program, where 12 astronauts walked the Moon,
AI and robotics are transforming industries, changing the nature of work and professional roles. Technologies like autonomous drones and robotic arms are revolutionizing logistics and manufacturing. Healthcare benefits from AI-driven diagnostics and robotic surgeries, enhancing precision and efficiency. As repetitive tasks are
A community in New Hampshire embraced the wonders of the universe during a stargazing event under a clear sky. Participants, including students and families, explored celestial phenomena through telescopes, viewing Venus, Jupiter, Mars, the Andromeda Galaxy, and the Orion Nebula. Young astronomers
SpaceX’s eight launch of the Starship rocket featured a dramatic upper stage failure, leading to extensive air traffic disruptions. The 400-foot-tall Starship successfully launched from Texas with its Super Heavy Booster but disintegrated over the Caribbean after separation. The booster returned successfully,
The Lunar GNSS Receiver Experiment (LuGRE) has successfully captured Earth-based GNSS signals directly on the Moon, transforming space navigation. This achievement, a collaboration between NASA and the Italian Space Agency, enhances spacecraft autonomy in extraterrestrial exploration. LuGRE traveled to the Moon via
The human body’s resilience is tested during prolonged space travel, as demonstrated by Barry “Butch” Wilmore and Sunita “Suni” Williams’ nine-month mission. Originally an eight-day mission, their time on the Boeing Starliner extended to over 270 days, challenging their physical and mental
The second explosive failure of a SpaceX Starship rocket this year highlights the risks and responsibilities in space exploration. The rocket disintegrated shortly after launch, casting debris over Florida and the Bahamas, and prompting temporary airport closures. Political and public scrutiny intensified,
ZTF J0112+5827 is a newly identified cataclysmic variable system showcasing the dynamic life cycles of stars. Located over 1,186 light-years away, it belongs to the polar class of binaries, distinguished by strong magnetic fields. The system features a white dwarf and a
Dr. Michael Lee’s journey from Oneonta to NASA exemplifies resilience and adaptability in pursuing one’s career path. Emphasizing the value of adaptability, Lee encourages students to cultivate a diverse skill set to thrive in varying environments. Key skills such as reading and
The Crew Dragon spacecraft, Endurance, prepares for its next mission, Crew-10, at Kennedy Space Center, aiming for a launch on March 12. SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket will transport astronauts Anne McClain, Nichole Ayers, Takuya Onishi, and Kirill Peskov to the International Space