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Explore the depths of the universe in the Space category! You can find the most up-to-date content on astronomy, cosmology and space exploration here. Learn from articles that delve into the fascinating mysteries of space, from galaxies to black holes, from star formation to planetary discovery.
How NASA Glenn Research Center Invites Power Lab Bids
NASA Glenn Research Center opens Phase 1 proposals to design and build an Aerospace Power Systems Laboratory supporting future Moon Base and Mars missions.
Niobium Discovery Uncovers White Dwarf Pollution from Stellar Ashes
The detection of niobium in a white dwarf reveals that polluting debris originated from the star's own shed ashes, pointing to a second-generation planet candidate.
Hubble Data Uncovers a Second-Generation Planet Candidate
Archival Hubble Space Telescope observations reveal high levels of niobium in white dwarf HS 0209+0832, pointing to a candidate second-generation planet born from stellar ejecta.
Can Dual-Use Satellites Become Lawful Military Targets?
Commercial satellites serving both civilian and defense missions face growing targetability risks under the laws of armed conflict.
Asteroid Bennu Sample Uncovers Jupiter’s Early Dust Barrier
Laboratory analysis of dust returned from asteroid Bennu reveals an unexpected chemical mix, showing how a growing Jupiter and the water-ice line trapped early solar system dust.
NASA Astronaut Christina Koch Shares Lunar Journey with NFL Fans
NASA astronaut Christina Koch will engage with NFL fans in Philadelphia during the Eagles game against the Los Angeles Rams, showcasing America's aeronautics innovations and her personal journey to lunar orbit.
NASA Flight Director Selection Opens for Deep Space Missions
NASA has opened a 10-day application window for its next class of flight directors at Johnson Space Center in Houston, seeking leaders for space station, Artemis lunar missions, and future human Mars operations.
Why Wildfire Pyrocumulonimbus Clouds Reach the Stratosphere
NASA's INSPYRE campaign deploys research aircraft into wildfire plumes to uncover how pyrocumulonimbus clouds form, inject smoke into the stratosphere, and drive severe local weather.
How NASA Flight Directors Will Lead Artemis Moon Missions
NASA has opened applications for its next class of flight directors at Johnson Space Center, seeking leaders to oversee International Space Station operations and Artemis lunar expeditions.
EarthCARE Volcanic Plume Tracking Guards Flight Safety
Observations from the EarthCARE satellite have revealed the intricate vertical structure of the volcanic plume from Indonesia's Anak Krakatau. By combining ultraviolet atmospheric lidar with highly sensitive cloud profiling radar, researchers mapped layered sulfate aerosols and settling ash aggregates, delivering vital altitude verification for aviation advisories across the Sunda Strait.