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Who Was Edwin Powell Hubble? Astronomer After Whom NASA Named Its Iconic Telescope
As a result of Hubble's work, our perception of mankind's place in the Universe has changed forever: humans have once again been set aside from the centre of the Universe.
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NASA’s Lunar Trailblazer Set to Explore Moon’s Water Cycle and Ice Locations
NASA’s upcoming Lunar Trailblazer mission aims to explore and map water on the Moon. Set for launch next year, this satellite will utilise advanced instruments to identify and measure water in various forms. It will investigate permanently shadowed craters and surface features to gather insights about lunar water's origins and its potential for f...
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Why Are Scientists Planning To Grow Livers In Space?
Growing tissues in labs on Earth can be a challenging task as gravity pulls cells into contact with the bottom of a plate or dish.
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NASA Unveils Nine Potential Landing Regions for Artemis III Moon Mission
NASA has identified nine candidate landing regions for the Artemis III mission, which marks humanity’s return to the Moon after fifty years. The selected regions are near the lunar South Pole, rich in scientific opportunities. These areas will be assessed for geological features and resource potential, especially water. Future missions will also ...
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Perseverance Rover Captures Bizarre Mars Rock That Looks Like a Human Head
NASA’s Perseverance rover has made a bizarre discovery on Mars: a rock that strikingly resembles a human head. Captured on 27 September 2024, the image showcases the rock's peculiar shape and orientation, which play tricks on our brains, a phenomenon known as pareidolia. This occurrence leads us to see familiar patterns, like faces, in random obj...
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SpaceX Captures Starship Booster with ‘Chopsticks’ During Historic Flight 5 Launch
On October 13, 2024, SpaceX launched its Starship vehicle from South Texas, successfully capturing its Super Heavy booster at the launch site. This marked a significant achievement for space exploration. The booster landed near the Mechazilla launch tower and was grasped by its metal arms. Although the upper stage of the Starship was not recovered,...
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US Needs Rescue Service to Help Astronauts in Distress, Experts Urge for Immediate Action
Recent discussions among space experts reveal a concerning gap in the US's capability for in-space rescues. With human spaceflight becoming increasingly common, the absence of a dedicated rescue service raises significant safety concerns. The recent challenges faced by Boeing's Starliner highlight the need for immediate action. Experts suggest that...
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ISRO Inviting Applications For Various Positions, Check Last Date To Apply
HSFC Bengaluru was formed as a new Centre in ISRO to realise the vision of Indian human space flight programme.
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NASA BioSentinel Investigates Space Radiation During Major Geomagnetic Storm on Earth
In May 2024, Earth experienced a magnificent geomagnetic storm, leading to dazzling auroras across the skies. During this event, NASA’s BioSentinel spacecraft collected essential data on solar radiation while orbiting the Sun over 30 million miles away. This research is vital for understanding the effects of radiation in deep space, especially as...
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ISRO Chief Says Gaganyaan Mission Will Proceed Cautiously to Avoid Boeing Starliner-Like Incident: Report
ISRO’s Gaganyaan mission, India’s first human space mission, is set for launch by the end of this year. However, ISRO Chairman S Somanath emphasised a cautious approach, reflecting on NASA's recent Boeing Starliner incident where technical issues delayed astronauts' return to Earth. Astronauts Sunitha Williams and Butch Wilmore are now expected...
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NASA Says 'New Record For Humanity' As 19 People Are Orbiting Earth
With the arrival of three more people to the International Space Station (ISS), the Earth's orbit is right now busier than it has ever been.
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SpaceX Polaris Dawn Crew To Make History With First-Ever Private Spacewalk
After trekking deeper into space than any humans in the last half-century, a pioneering private crew is set to make history Thursday with the first-ever spacewalk by non-professional astronauts.
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Polaris Dawn Crew Breaks NASA Gemini 11’s 58-Year Old Orbital Record With SpaceX Dragon
The Polaris Dawn mission, led by Jared Isaacman, has set a new altitude record in low Earth orbit, surpassing NASA's 1966 Gemini 11 mission. This mission is part of a larger initiative focused on advancing space exploration and conducting research on human health in space.
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6 Dangerous Asteroids On Collision Course With Earth, First One May Hit In October
Asteroid Bennu, discovered in 1999, currently poses the greatest risk of impacting our planet.
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Reality TV Show To Send Indian To Space With Jeff Bezos's Blue Origin
TV show producer Banijay Asia has tied up with Space Exploration and Research Agency for a reality show to send an Indian into space on a future Blue Origin New Shepard mission.
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Who Was Edwin Powell Hubble? Astronomer After Whom NASA Named Its Iconic Telescope
As a result of Hubble's work, our perception of mankind's place in the Universe has changed forever: humans have once again been set aside from the centre of the Universe.
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NASA’s Lunar Trailblazer Set to Explore Moon’s Water Cycle and Ice Locations
NASA’s upcoming Lunar Trailblazer mission aims to explore and map water on the Moon. Set for launch next year, this satellite will utilise advanced instruments to identify and measure water in various forms. It will investigate permanently shadowed craters and surface features to gather insights about lunar water's origins and its potential for f...
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Why Are Scientists Planning To Grow Livers In Space?
Growing tissues in labs on Earth can be a challenging task as gravity pulls cells into contact with the bottom of a plate or dish.
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NASA Unveils Nine Potential Landing Regions for Artemis III Moon Mission
NASA has identified nine candidate landing regions for the Artemis III mission, which marks humanity’s return to the Moon after fifty years. The selected regions are near the lunar South Pole, rich in scientific opportunities. These areas will be assessed for geological features and resource potential, especially water. Future missions will also ...
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Perseverance Rover Captures Bizarre Mars Rock That Looks Like a Human Head
NASA’s Perseverance rover has made a bizarre discovery on Mars: a rock that strikingly resembles a human head. Captured on 27 September 2024, the image showcases the rock's peculiar shape and orientation, which play tricks on our brains, a phenomenon known as pareidolia. This occurrence leads us to see familiar patterns, like faces, in random obj...
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SpaceX Captures Starship Booster with ‘Chopsticks’ During Historic Flight 5 Launch
On October 13, 2024, SpaceX launched its Starship vehicle from South Texas, successfully capturing its Super Heavy booster at the launch site. This marked a significant achievement for space exploration. The booster landed near the Mechazilla launch tower and was grasped by its metal arms. Although the upper stage of the Starship was not recovered,...
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US Needs Rescue Service to Help Astronauts in Distress, Experts Urge for Immediate Action
Recent discussions among space experts reveal a concerning gap in the US's capability for in-space rescues. With human spaceflight becoming increasingly common, the absence of a dedicated rescue service raises significant safety concerns. The recent challenges faced by Boeing's Starliner highlight the need for immediate action. Experts suggest that...
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ISRO Inviting Applications For Various Positions, Check Last Date To Apply
HSFC Bengaluru was formed as a new Centre in ISRO to realise the vision of Indian human space flight programme.
-
NASA BioSentinel Investigates Space Radiation During Major Geomagnetic Storm on Earth
In May 2024, Earth experienced a magnificent geomagnetic storm, leading to dazzling auroras across the skies. During this event, NASA’s BioSentinel spacecraft collected essential data on solar radiation while orbiting the Sun over 30 million miles away. This research is vital for understanding the effects of radiation in deep space, especially as...
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ISRO Chief Says Gaganyaan Mission Will Proceed Cautiously to Avoid Boeing Starliner-Like Incident: Report
ISRO’s Gaganyaan mission, India’s first human space mission, is set for launch by the end of this year. However, ISRO Chairman S Somanath emphasised a cautious approach, reflecting on NASA's recent Boeing Starliner incident where technical issues delayed astronauts' return to Earth. Astronauts Sunitha Williams and Butch Wilmore are now expected...
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NASA Says 'New Record For Humanity' As 19 People Are Orbiting Earth
With the arrival of three more people to the International Space Station (ISS), the Earth's orbit is right now busier than it has ever been.
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SpaceX Polaris Dawn Crew To Make History With First-Ever Private Spacewalk
After trekking deeper into space than any humans in the last half-century, a pioneering private crew is set to make history Thursday with the first-ever spacewalk by non-professional astronauts.
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Polaris Dawn Crew Breaks NASA Gemini 11’s 58-Year Old Orbital Record With SpaceX Dragon
The Polaris Dawn mission, led by Jared Isaacman, has set a new altitude record in low Earth orbit, surpassing NASA's 1966 Gemini 11 mission. This mission is part of a larger initiative focused on advancing space exploration and conducting research on human health in space.
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6 Dangerous Asteroids On Collision Course With Earth, First One May Hit In October
Asteroid Bennu, discovered in 1999, currently poses the greatest risk of impacting our planet.
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Reality TV Show To Send Indian To Space With Jeff Bezos's Blue Origin
TV show producer Banijay Asia has tied up with Space Exploration and Research Agency for a reality show to send an Indian into space on a future Blue Origin New Shepard mission.
