Research, discovery, space, energy systems, and the breakthroughs redrawing what is possible.
The spacecraft is scheduled to undock on Tuesday, 16 June, before re-entering Earth’s atmosphere and splashing down off the coast of California on Wednesday morning.
New composite view highlights counter-rotating gas structures potentially caused by ancient galactic merger
Data gathered in visible and infrared light reveals elliptical, spiral, and lenticular galaxies, alongside gravitationally lensed distant galaxies, aiding research into the evolution of the universe’s structure.
As Guadalajara hosts its third World Cup, satellite imagery highlights the westward growth of its metropolitan area into the Sierra la Primavera volcanic complex.
The candidate remnant, located 26,000 light-years from Earth, challenges alternative explanations and adds to the understanding of stellar cycles near the supermassive black hole.
The Minority University Research and Education Project Space Technology Artemis Research programme aims to strengthen institutional capacity and develop innovative technologies for future exploration.
NASA profile details the career of resident management officer Elkin Norena, who has contributed to 17 Space Shuttle missions and now supports the Space Launch System team preparing for lunar return.
The upcoming late-2027 mission will utilise a robotic arm from Rocket Lab Robotics to reposition the AstroPix payload, bridging a gap in gamma-ray detection sensitivity while validating critical servicing technologies.
Findings from March 2026 experiments aim to clarify how space-derived discoveries can benefit athletes and fans on Earth.
The event featured facility tours, hands-on demonstrations, and a panel discussion moderated by astronaut Joe Acaba to showcase the critical role of technicians in the agency’s workforce.
A joint mission led by the USGS and NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory has confirmed the presence of topaz in the Mojave Desert, a key geological indicator for valuable copper, molybdenum, and tellurium deposits.
The Katalyst Space mission aims to raise the Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory’s altitude, countering orbital decay caused by solar activity after 21 years in space.
New data from NASA’s Tropospheric Emissions: Monitoring of Pollution mission helped authorities issue timely health advisories for 35 million residents during a mid-May 2026 ozone event.
During Sols 4913-4919, the Curiosity rover examined sedimentary structures and dust levels while moving south across Gale crater, preparing for its next major stop at the wind-sculpted Yardang unit.
The five-year agreement prioritises sustainable building practices and supports federal procurement goals by engaging multiple small enterprises for work across the region.
Abstracts are now being accepted for a collaborative session hosted by NASA’s Commercial Satellite Data Acquisition program and NOAA’s Commercial Data Program at the American Meteorological Society’s annual gathering in Denver.
The Boulder-based robotics firm utilised early NASA funding to refine algorithms that have since been adopted by major manufacturers and construction firms.
Eight motor segments shipped on June 2 will complete the twin boosters providing the majority of thrust for the lunar mission.
Astronomers led by the University of Texas at Austin used the James Webb Space Telescope to identify spectral features consistent with a rapidly accreting black hole enveloped in a dense gas cocoon, resolving key aspects of early universe cosmology.
Jim Irons, emeritus scientist at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, receives the prestigious William T. Pecora Award for his pivotal role in shaping the Landsat programme and his leadership during global disruptions.
Fourteen teachers from the NASA Science Activation Program’s GLOBE project participated in a 2025-2026 initiative led by NASA Langley Research Center to improve how students interpret and use Earth observation data.
Astronaut imagery from May 2026 reveals continued fragmentation of Tyndall Glacier, with glaciologist Mauri Pelto noting a 2.2-kilometre length loss since late 2022.
Newly published data reveals the capabilities of the large vertical test section, including wind speeds up to 117 mph and active cooling systems, supporting critical flight dynamics research.
Astronauts Andre Douglas, Randy Bresnik, Luca Parmitano, and Frank Rubio will fly the preparatory mission, scheduled for launch before the end of 2027.
The European Space Agency astronaut Luca Parmitano joins the crew as NASA outlines complex low-Earth orbit operations involving Blue Origin and SpaceX systems.
The prime crew includes NASA astronauts Randy Bresnik, Frank Rubio, and Jeremy Hansen, alongside ESA astronaut Luca Parmitano, marking the first time a European has been assigned to an Artemis mission.
The space agency’s latest Earth Observatory puzzler asks participants to pinpoint the geography and story behind a new satellite image, with the solution due approximately one week after launch.
A new NASA publication explains how mass distribution affects motion, stability, and design, using a 2019 collaboration with Adidas as a case study.
The image, taken during a break in unsettled weather on 27 May 2026, highlights the city’s infrastructure, green spaces, and heavy maritime traffic.
Exhibit highlights how International Space Station research on ball aerodynamics and mass distribution informs modern match design and officiating technology.
The Investigation of Convective Updrafts mission, led by Colorado State University, has finished testing its spacecraft in preparation for a launch from Virginia.
The experimental aircraft reached Mach 1.1 during an 81-minute flight, advancing goals for quiet supersonic travel over land.
Analysis of Landsat 8 data shows how marine deposits and ancient oceanic lithosphere underpin one of the earliest known Homo sapiens sites on the Arabian Peninsula.
The X-59’s first supersonic flight marks a critical step in NASA’s Quesst mission, with the agency preparing for higher-speed tests to validate its ‘quiet thump’ technology.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology takes top two spots in the Revolutionary Aerospace Systems Concepts – Academic Linkage competition, with Virginia Polytechnic Institute securing third place.
Data from the Artemis II mission is being analysed to inform future deep-space exploration and lunar surface operations.
Scientists combined two decades of satellite data with genetic testing to map global stress in the base of the marine food web
The agency’s Type A mishap investigation reveals systemic issues at the California complex, with repairs estimated at $4.6 million and the network continuing to support over 40 missions via its remaining 13 antennas.
A grueling two-hour excursion by astronaut Gene Cernan in June 1966 exposed severe flaws in early spacesuit technology, leading to vital improvements in training and design ahead of the Moon landings.
Satellite imagery from May and June 2026 reveals extensive fire activity that land managers attribute to intentional prescribed burns, aiming to mitigate the severity of later wildfires.
The Advanced Composites Consortium convened at Langley Research Center to assess development phase results and plan large-scale wing and fuselage assembly tests.
A NASA-funded analysis using artificial intelligence and satellite data shows wildfire emissions have significantly worsened ground-level ozone across the contiguous United States, contributing to hundreds of additional premature deaths annually.
Citizen scientist Gary Eason enhances raw JunoCam data to highlight cyclonic storms where zonal jets break down
NASA scientists say the image, taken from the Orion spacecraft after translunar injection, offers a unique perspective on Earth’s interaction with the solar system and human activity.
The Curiosity rover has finished its operational stay at the Campo Marte workspace, marking the completion of its 47th successful drill and a series of detailed geological investigations before moving toward the next area of interest on Mount Sharp.
New geochemical modelling indicates Jupiter’s formation played a critical role in delivering nitrogen and phosphorus to the early Earth.
New measurements from the international Copernicus Sentinel-6/Jason-CS mission show a warm Kelvin wave moving across the Pacific, with sea levels around Peru rising 15 centimetres above long-term averages by mid-May 2026.
Messier 88, located 63 million light-years away, is currently moving towards the centre of the Virgo Cluster, a process expected to take hundreds of millions of years.
Crews drained 40 million gallons from the High Pressure Industrial Water Facility to replace an end-of-life pump and modify piping configuration, supporting future Artemis mission tests.
The agency has begun decommissioning the orbiter, which spent more than 11 years studying the Martian atmosphere and solar interactions before losing contact in December.
Typhoon Jangmi brought torrential rain and flooding risks to Okinawa and the Amami region in late May and early June 2026, with sustained winds reaching 130 kilometres per hour.
The Fly Foundational Robots mission seeks compelling experiments from principal investigators, professors, and graduate students, with a submission deadline of 23 September 2026.
Sophie Adenot and Jack Hathaway observe the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft as it docks with the orbital outpost on 17 May 2026.
The Divergent Deployable Wastewater Treatment Facility is undergoing field tests at the University of North Dakota to support NASA’s Artemis program and reduce reliance on Earth resupply.
Volunteers will help train machine learning algorithms to identify star-forming clumps, addressing a long-standing mystery regarding why these structures were common in the early universe but are rare today.
Scott Wray, who has spent over 16 years at NASA, now oversees the development of training programmes to prepare astronauts for lunar surface operations, a challenge the agency has not faced in more than 50 years.
Suppression crews report 97 per cent containment by late May, with rare Torrey pine stands largely intact despite the scale of the disturbance.
The $8.4 million firm-fixed-price contract runs through February 2027 and will enable parabolic flights to test astronaut lunar suits in simulated reduced-gravity conditions.
Applications for media credentials must be submitted by Thursday, June 4, for the upcoming arrival of the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope via barge from Maryland.
The US space agency’s latest skywatching tips highlight key celestial occurrences for June 2026, from planetary gatherings to deep-sky observation targets.
A NOAA-operated WP-3D Orion will fly as low as 1,000 feet above ground level during the Student Airborne Research Program mission, supporting undergraduate students in field research and data analysis.
New image from March 2026 highlights X-ray and infrared emissions from stars aged one to three million years, located 20,000 light-years from Earth.
Researchers link the phenomenon to storm development, offering potential improvements for weather forecasting and space weather monitoring.
The Multiple Award Construction Contract at the Johnson Space Center must see all funds obligated by September 2026, with task orders competed among awardees to ensure government value.
NASA astronauts Zena Cardman and Mike Fincke, alongside JAXA’s Kimiya Yui, will address the public on Monday, 1 June, marking the conclusion of their Expedition 73/74 mission.
Engineers at Goddard Space Flight Center verify the 2.4-metre primary mirror’s alignment and coating integrity, clearing the way for the observatory’s shipment to Florida.
The Hubble Space Telescope has released a new image of the dwarf irregular galaxy ESO 490-017, located 23 million light-years away, as part of a programme investigating the gravitational drivers of the universe's large-scale structure.
New imagery from NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope shows how the active spiral galaxy Messier 88 is losing its star-forming fuel as it moves through the dense environment of the Virgo Cluster.
A false-colour composite of the Free State province uses red, green, and blue hues to map vegetation structure, irrigation impacts, and land-use change across the region’s semi-arid agricultural landscape.
The X-59 will reach speeds over 630 mph at 43,000 feet, marking a critical step in proving its airworthiness before Phase 2 testing begins later this year.
Ground-based testing at NASA’s Langley Research Center aims to mitigate hazards posed by abrasive lunar dust during descent and ascent phases of the Artemis program.
The newly formed 2026–2030 Landsat Science Team has outlined technical priorities for surface reflectance, thermal imaging, and aquatic monitoring, while the Landsat 10 spacecraft procurement process remains open for industry review.
Deputy Project Scientist Abigail Fraeman reports that the rover’s drill retracted correctly from the Campo Marte formation, delivering rock powder to CheMin and SAM for analysis despite a shallower-than-usual penetration depth.
New research published in Science identifies hematite crystallite size as a key indicator of past environmental shifts on Mars.
The US space agency has published downloadable PDF and PNG files of the telescope’s promotional imagery, credited to Jenny Mottar.
On 4 May 2026, NASA transitioned the entire Launch Equipment Test Facility team from contractor status to civil service, a move designed to retain direct control over engineering capabilities vital to future missions.
Morgan, who spent 272 days aboard the International Space Station, set the U.S. single-flight spacewalk record before concluding his 12-year tenure with the agency.
Recent flights above the Armstrong Flight Research Center confirm performance across varied conditions, including extended landing gear configurations.
Technology analyses unique light signatures from orbit to help prioritise remediation of tens of thousands of hazardous locations threatening local waterways.
Scientists expect the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope to reveal a staggering leap in exoplanet discoveries, extending the search far beyond the solar neighbourhood to study planet formation across different galactic habitats.
NASA-backed research aims to overcome Earth-based production limits, potentially offering more reliable therapies for leukemia and severe immune diseases
Analysis of 35 years of satellite data shows human-directed land use declining while climate-linked natural disasters increase in frequency and intensity.
Following successful pilot tests, the Alabama Forestry Commission plans to equip its entire fleet of fire dozers with the new technology, while scientists prepare to integrate advanced instruments for improved fire modelling.
The US Geological Survey and NASA continue their partnership to monitor global landmasses, with the new spacecraft set to improve spectral and spatial capabilities over its predecessors.
The US space agency has allocated hundreds of millions of dollars to develop crewed rovers and uncrewed delivery systems, aiming to establish a sustained human presence on the Moon to support future Artemis missions and travel to Mars.
Led by NASA heliophysicist Nicholeen Viall, the weekend-long program allowed participants to study the Sun and space weather, with older scouts taking on mentoring roles.
The US space agency is set to disclose the four-person team for the Artemis III mission on Tuesday, 9 June, marking a significant step following the success of Artemis II.
Data from the joint NASA-European mission shows a swell of warm water has arrived in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of South America, suggesting an El Niño event will likely emerge later in 2026.
The 2026 Lunabotics Challenge finals tested remote-controlled machines designed to build regolith berms under simulated Artemis conditions.
The National Institutes of Health has launched a new challenge, supported by NASA’s collaborative innovation centre, to find scalable methods for embedding nutrition curricula into medical and nursing programmes.
The 2026 competition, which saw a surge in autonomous robotics, highlighted technologies critical to NASA’s Artemis programme and the upcoming Infrastructure Pilot Excavator mission.
New data from the Hubble Space Telescope contributes to a legacy archive of local galaxy stars, helping scientists understand how uneven matter distribution drives the movement of cosmic structures.
Satellite data and ground surveys confirm sustained eruptive events as authorities enforce exclusion zones following fatal incidents.
The broadcast, scheduled for Thursday evening, will feature NASA astronaut Jessica Meir responding to prerecorded STEM questions from K-12 students in New York.
The US space agency confirms the event date, location, and media accreditation deadlines as it prepares to unveil the crew for the Artemis III test flight.
New agreements under the Commercial Lunar Payload Services initiative aim to establish America’s first permanent outpost on another celestial world, with additional drone surveys and cargo delivery systems in development.
A photograph taken from the International Space Station on May 2, 2026, shows Chennai illuminated by white LED streetlights, highlighting the city’s role in broader Earth observation efforts.
While the Artemis programme captures public imagination, Landsat 9 relies on the Moon’s unchanging surface to calibrate its instruments and ensure the accuracy of decades-long climate records.
The inaugural mission of NASA’s Astrophysics Pioneers Program has returned to Earth, carrying data that could reveal the origins of ultra-high energy neutrinos and cosmic rays.
With over 25 years of experience, the Artemis extravehicular activity lead is instrumental in defining lunar surface operations and ensuring new suits accommodate diverse body types.
Filmmakers, songwriters and other artists can submit proposals by June 30 to collaborate on Artemis, nuclear propulsion and aeronautics projects.
Live streams will commence at 9:45 a.m. EDT as cosmonauts install solar experiments and inspect cargo spacecraft hardware.
Data from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope indicates that more massive star clusters emerge more quickly from their natal clouds, a finding supported by a new near-infrared image of Messier 51 released in May 2026.
From high-altitude science campaigns to high-speed research flights, specially trained staff ensure the safety and reliability of NASA’s expanding aircraft roster.
The US space agency plans to invite bids for the next management and operations contract for the California-based research centre, marking a departure from decades of exclusive arrangements with the California Institute of Technology.
Restructuring aims to increase specialization and integrate mission directorates without staff reductions or program cancellations.
A team at NASA’s Glenn Research Centre has identified a corrosion-resistant material formed from simulated Moon dust and scandium oxide, potentially enabling astronauts to extract resources from the lunar surface.
NASA’s observatory records massive, X-ray-bright cluster four billion light-years away as part of ongoing studies into gravitational lensing and core interactions.
The strongest of seven tornadoes that struck the state on 6 May 2026 left a 132-kilometre track of damaged vegetation, with over 400 homes reported damaged in Lincoln County.
Northrop Grumman’s Pegasus XL rocket carrying the Katalyst mission will be on display at Wallops Flight Facility on June 17, with a launch scheduled for later that month.
New signatories join technical discussions on safe lunar operations and debris mitigation ahead of planned Moon Base construction.
The US space agency is seeking proposals for 6U and 12U-sized nanosatellites, with a response deadline of Monday, June 1, to inform potential deployment opportunities on upcoming lunar missions.
Data from the International Space Station-based sensor shows atmospheric gravity waves can disrupt satellite communications, with findings now available to the public.
Awards recognise the Artemis II livestream, astronaut training documentation, and a telescope documentary narrated by John Rhys-Davies.
New observations of the enigmatic galaxy NGC 1266 highlight its lens-shaped structure, dust-obscured face, and minimal star formation, offering insight into galactic evolution.
The US space agency’s latest summary of research conducted in microgravity highlights advances in medical technology, materials science, and astronaut health ahead of future lunar and Martian missions.
Anderson assumes role to assist in executing national space policy and strengthening US leadership in exploration, science, and aeronautics.
At the 2026 FIRST Robotics World Championship in Houston, NASA engaged 51,000 attendees while detailing its permanent lunar outpost vision and technical support for student teams.
Seismic swarms and thermal anomalies detected since 8 May 2026 suggest a shallow vent, with scientists monitoring for potential new land formation.
The fifth annual Gateways to Blue Skies Competition challenged students to address critical shortages in the aviation maintenance workforce by 2035.
The US space agency will host a press conference on 26 May to detail plans for the Lunar Base, highlighting progress toward long-term exploration and infrastructure development.
The US space agency invites proposals for payloads capable of robotic manipulation in low Earth orbit, with winners set for a cost-free demonstration aboard the Fly Foundational Robots platform in 2028.
Researchers report the tool successfully detects specific algal species in complex coastal waters, aiming to help health agencies target water sampling and issue warnings more efficiently.
The 2026 Civil Space Shortfall Ranking streamlines feedback into 32 categories and selects 40 investment focus areas, including lunar surface operations and advanced computing.
Leadership will discuss progress toward a sustained human presence at the lunar South Pole, including new industry partnerships and the strategic foundation for future Mars exploration.
The open water lead explains the shift from capsule-focused to crew-first protocols following the Artemis II mission splashdown off San Diego.
International team using 16 years of data identifies magnetar as power source for exceptionally bright supernova, marking a milestone in high-energy astronomy.
A wildland fire has burned approximately 16,600 acres on the second-largest island in the park, threatening rare Torrey pines and prompting public closures.
The image, acquired shortly after the spacecraft’s closest approach to the planet, highlights variations in dust, sand, and bedrock within the 470-kilometre-diameter crater.
Newly released imagery from May 15, 2026, reveals wind streaks and impact craters in the Syrtis Major region, while calibration efforts leverage data from multiple orbital and surface missions.
The mission’s instruments were calibrated during the encounter, with data gathered from multiple planetary missions supporting the spacecraft’s journey to the main asteroid belt.
Photographs taken on Monday reveal the Moon and Venus appearing close together above the Washington Monument, a visual effect created by their alignment from Earth’s perspective despite vast physical distances.
With 37 years of service, the exploration scientist combines classroom instruction and Antarctic field exercises to ensure crews can interpret the Moon’s geologic history from orbit.
Volunteers will help sort chaotic and peaceful plasma regions using over a decade of Magnetospheric Multiscale mission data to improve understanding of space weather impacts.
Astronaut imagery reveals how 15,000-year-old silt and clay, combined with 19th-century survey grids, shape Canada’s agricultural landscape.
The Curiosity rover has begun drilling operations at a new site named Campo Marte, while simultaneously gathering atmospheric data to assist the Psyche spacecraft during its close approach to the Red Planet.
The trio received top awards in the portrait category at the 2025 NASA Imagery Experts Program Annual Awards, with Director Vanessa Wyche praising their documentation of the agency’s precision and creativity.
Data from a December 2023 solar storm reveals charged particles being squeezed along magnetic flux tubes in the Martian ionosphere, challenging previous assumptions about unmagnetised bodies.
The Translational Research Institute for Space Health has appointed Dr Baiyang Liu and Dr Dylan Pham to its fellowship program, aiming to reduce spaceflight risks and improve terrestrial health outcomes.
An image taken on 7 May 2026 shows gas heating up as it orbits the central black hole, while bright spikes are identified as optical artefacts of the telescope.
The Falcon 9 rocket lifted off from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station on Friday evening, with the Dragon spacecraft scheduled to autonomously dock with the International Space Station on Sunday morning.
The rock, nicknamed Atacama, fragmented upon release after becoming lodged in the drill mechanism in late April.
New observations reveal how a supermassive black hole’s powerful winds are stripping a distant galaxy of the material needed to create new stars.
New satellite data from 2014 to 2022 challenges assumptions of uniform growth, highlighting the impact of urban development, energy efficiency retrofits, and geopolitical crises on the night sky.
The Mars Telecommunications Network aims to provide high-bandwidth communications for science data and imagery, supporting future surface, orbital, and human exploration missions.
A nine-month mission launching no earlier than July 17 will evaluate 11 technologies to manage super-cold propellants in microgravity, supporting the development of in-space refuelling stations.
The latest resupply mission includes equipment for blood stem cell research, gut health protection, and an advanced exercise system from the European Space Agency.
Landsat 9 observations detail the progression of a dynamic breakup event that triggered a flood watch and inundated low-lying areas in May 2026.
A Freeform 3D Printing process, originally supported by NASA for lunar habitat construction, is now being used to manufacture lightweight, efficient wall panels and cladding for buildings on Earth.
The four-person Artemis II crew, accompanied by the mission’s zero gravity indicator “Rise”, spoke with congressional staff at the U.S. Capitol on Tuesday, marking a post-mission engagement in the nation’s capital.
Artemis III mission will use a spacer to simulate upper stages, testing docking systems and life support ahead of the Artemis IV Moon landing.
The Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite has released a mosaic combining 96 sectors observed between 2018 and 2025, highlighting nearly 6,000 locations of confirmed or candidate exoplanets.
New NASA-led investigation uses the unique space environment to observe how pneumonia-causing bacteria affect stem cell-derived heart tissues, aiming to improve treatments for Earth and long-duration space travel.
The feature highlights the island’s formation by retreating ice sheets, its historic role as a major fish supplier, and its recent designation as an International Dark Sky Sanctuary.
Will Cummings-Grande of NASA Langley found the absence of an operational connection between the Tower Data Link Services and the Terminal Flight Data Manager, a discovery that could accelerate the timeline for safer, automated ground operations.
Assembled from 61 frames, the photograph documents the rover's westward advance and recent rock analysis work within Jezero Crater.
NASA's Perseverance rover has reached the farthest western point of its mission, capturing a self-portrait that highlights geological features including megabreccia and potential volcanic dikes while continuing its fifth science campaign.
Kathleen Harmon, a systems engineer with the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, oversees the global array of radio antennas that keep the Artemis II spacecraft in contact with Earth.
The radiation-hardened chip aims to support future lunar and Martian exploration by processing vast sensor data without human intervention
Morning mist fills shaded valleys in eastern Victoria while a unique cloud formation drifts across the bay, illustrating the region's dynamic weather patterns.
Following a carefully planned sequence of movements, the Mars Science Laboratory rover has returned to analysing exposed rock and sand at multiple sites
NASA's Curiosity rover has published new imagery of a rock nicknamed 'Atacama' following a mechanical snag that required several days of robotic arm repositioning and vibration to resolve.
The recurring challenge offers bragging rights to the first correct guesser, with the official answer and detailed analysis to be published in about a week.
Nicholas Houghton at NASA's Johnson Space Center manages the lifecycle of pressure suits and life preserver units used during the Artemis II mission around the Moon.
Teams will compete to construct protective berms from simulated regolith in a bid to prepare for crewed lunar operations
Agencies publish transparent process for verifying sensor performance to support scientific and operational applications
Astronomers have utilised the Hubble Space Telescope to build a foundational catalog of millions of point sources, setting the stage for the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope to detect exoplanets and rogue worlds via microlensing.
Jessica Meir, who joined the agency in 2013 and participated in historic all-female spacewalks, is among the finalists for the 2025 award.
A SpaceX Dragon spacecraft carrying approximately 6,500 pounds of cargo is scheduled to lift off from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, with astronauts Jack Hathaway and Sophie Adenot monitoring the arrival.
The observation serves as a test for instruments before a gravity assist flyby scheduled for May 15.
The 'I Am Artemis' series profiles the career of a launch project engineer who bridges engineering teams and the launch director at Kennedy Space Center.
The High-Performance Spaceflight Computing project, led by NASA's Space Technology Mission Directorate, integrates computing and networking to reduce costs while offering radiation-hardened solutions for missions to the Moon, Mars and beyond.
NASA releases a striking photograph taken from the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft, illustrating the distinct difference between airglow and auroras.
Following five years of development, the unit undergoes final trials before simulation of harsh surface conditions.
The appointment aims to strengthen stakeholder coordination and support the President's National Space Policy as NASA advances its growing portfolio of launch activities.
Researchers publish new analysis of the August 2025 event in the journal *Science*, detailing how a tsunami stripped trees up to 481 metres above sea level.
The Armstrong Flight Research Center continues its legacy of experimental flight by adding new assets to support research ranging from air pollution monitoring to wildland fire mapping.
The Republic of Paraguay signed the agreement in Asunción, strengthening the global framework for civil space exploration ahead of a planned satellite launch later this year.
Data from November 2025 indicates the blades could surpass Mach 1 without structural failure, a key step toward expanding aerial capabilities on Mars.
A unique wind tunnel configuration allowed rotor tips to surpass the speed of sound without structural failure, marking a significant leap beyond the subsonic limits of the Ingenuity mission.
NASA-supported launch from Vandenberg marks first step in studying solar neutrinos in low Earth polar orbit.
The image, taken on 3 April 2026, highlights the stark contrast between the illuminated planet and the darkness of space as part of the Artemis programme.
Commander Ross Elder's crew has completed two-fifths of their 378-day CHAPEA mission, currently navigating a two-week period with no contact with mission control to mimic the realities of Mars exploration.
A new testing environment combines virtual simulations with real-world flights to prevent collisions in high-density airspace scenarios.
Four researchers and project managers at the NASA Ames Science Directorate have been recognised for their outstanding contributions to the agency's mission, ranging from enhancing optical constants databases to simplifying task management for key contracts.
New antennas and software enhancements at the Armstrong Flight Research Center support critical research into quiet supersonic flight and International Space Station operations.
The public information session at the NASA Wallops Visitor Center will cover bridge construction, beach replenishment, and environmental health findings on Wednesday.
The mission, the 34th in the Commercial Resupply Services series, will deliver critical supplies and science experiments to the orbital outpost before returning to Earth in mid-June.
Scientists suggest the discovery may link intermediate-mass black holes to growing supermassive black holes.
Researchers say the technique could uncover tens of millions of previously unseen objects, offering crucial data on stellar explosions and the mass gap between neutron stars and black holes.
Engineers have created a novel test rig capable of reaching 40 Kelvin to evaluate components for future Moon and Mars missions.
The Kamchatka Volcanic Eruption Response Team reports an ongoing explosive-extrusive eruption accompanied by powerful gas-steam activity on 23 April 2026.
A collaborative initiative brings authentic NASA data collection and citizen science protocols into regional classrooms, with CTE students assisting in equipment construction.
Following a complex recovery effort at the Atacama target, the rover successfully extracted the tool but will now seek a more firmly rooted rock to recover lost drill tailings.
NASA's Perseverance rover has assembled a natural-colour panorama from nearly a thousand images, marking a key transition before exploring the Lac de Charmes region later this year.
NASA Citizen Science reports that hundreds of volunteers have contributed to the scientific literature, with their work now documented in peer-reviewed journals alongside professional researchers.
The event, captured by the rover's hazard and navigation cameras, marks the first time a rock has remained attached to a fixed drill sleeve after extraction before being successfully dislodged.
NASA-funded scientists at the University of Wisconsin-Madison reveal that early Earth life adapted to utilise trace metals through localised systems like hydrothermal vents
The event, scheduled for Friday, 8 May 2026, will feature Williams answering prerecorded STEM questions while conducting research that supports future Artemis Moon missions.
On May 5, 2026, the agency commemorated the moment astronaut Alan B. Shepard Jr. became the first American in space, linking the pioneering spirit of Project Mercury to modern lunar ambitions.
NASA's Juno mission records close-up view of Thebe from 3,100 miles away, highlighting the instrument's versatility in low-light conditions.
The Backyard Worlds: Planet 9 project reveals new varieties of ultra-cool objects and aids mapping of galactic mass distribution
NASA Earth Observatory imagery captures the volcanic terrain of western El Salvador, where persistent geothermal activity and active volcanoes coexist with critical energy infrastructure
The $6.9 million Phase III SBIR award aims to validate critical prospecting tools and enhance the self-sufficiency of future deep space missions.
Ireland joins all 23 European Space Agency member states in committing to a shared framework for space cooperation.
The symposium moved to a new venue to accommodate growth, adopting a layout that positions students at the centre of scientific inquiry rather than as observers.
A signing ceremony in Kalkara saw officials from NASA and the Republic of Malta affirm shared values dating back to the American Revolution, aiming to attract investment and expertise to the space economy.
The demonstration mission successfully simulated lunar vacuum and extreme temperatures while carrying science payloads destined for the South Pole.
NASA's Hubble Space Telescope has released a striking new image of the spiral galaxy NGC 3137, located 53 million light-years away.
Researchers from UNSW Sydney have identified dozens of candidate exoplanets using a novel method that detects gravitational tugs in binary systems, a technique capable of finding worlds traditional transit surveys often miss.
For fifty years, the durable aluminium sphere has provided critical data on Earth's shape, gravity field, and crustal movements using laser ranging technology.
Janet Petro, who joined the agency in 2007 and served as acting administrator earlier this year, leaves behind a legacy of transforming the centre into a premier multi-user spaceport.
The Artemis II crew, comprising three NASA astronauts and one Canadian Space Agency astronaut, joined Nasdaq Chair and CEO Adena T. Friedman to ring the closing bell following their nearly 10-day mission around the Moon.
NASA technicians have installed new ground support equipment to maintain the stringent cleanliness requirements necessary for the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope's final processing.
A new online challenge for teenagers and open volunteer projects run from June to September, offering hands-on access to mission data and expert guidance.
NASA's Hubble Space Telescope has released high-resolution imagery of NGC 3137, part of the PHANGS-HST program studying stellar life cycles across multiple observatories.
Heavy precipitation saturated steep terrain in the Baining Mountains, triggering slope failures on 9 April 2026 and resulting in multiple fatalities.
The signing ceremony is scheduled for Monday, 4 May, at NASA Headquarters in Washington.
NASA highlights three primary events for May 2026, including a meteor shower linked to Halley's Comet, a Moon-Venus conjunction, and a second full moon
A giant map generated by the THEMIS infrared camera was displayed during the anniversary event at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Southern California.
The Kingdom of Morocco has become the 64th signatory to the Artemis Accords, pledging to uphold principles of safety and transparency in the exploration of the Moon, Mars, and beyond.
Moved 900 miles via barge from New Orleans, the core stage is now positioned for final assembly at the Vehicle Assembly Building ahead of the Orion spacecraft launch.
Researchers from NASA Ames, alongside the FAA and Texas public safety agencies, have conducted a trial to establish safe traffic management frameworks for future drone operations.
The striking atmospheric display, featuring von Kármán vortex streets near Unimak Island, illustrates the transition from a harsh winter season to the instability of early spring.
A new visualisation highlights the impact of groundwater extraction on the ancient lakebed foundation, pinpointing the Angel of Independence and local wetlands among the affected zones.
NASA's Orion project manager details how the device supported physical and mental well-being without drawing spacecraft electricity.
The NASA Curiosity rover has initiated a drilling operation at the Atacama site, aiming to characterise geological formations and compare mineralogy with previous findings at Mineral King.
Preliminary radar data from the NISAR satellite shows parts of the capital dropping more than half an inch per month, confirming historical trends with unprecedented precision.
Researchers are currently analysing full data from the December trial of a semispan model to determine the magnitude of potential efficiency gains
The Hubble Space Telescope has produced a new image of the barred spiral galaxy IC 486, highlighting its central bar and smooth spiral arms against the backdrop of deep space.
The Council on Environmental Quality seeks innovative approaches to accelerate environmental review and permitting, with selected solutions to be demonstrated at an inaugural expo in July.
Extreme dryness and strong winds exacerbated the spread of the Pineland Road and Highway 82 fires, while NASA satellite imagery documents the devastation near Atkinson and Fruitland.
By combining decades of data from the Chandra X-ray Observatory with new observations from the James Webb Space Telescope, researchers have proposed a transitional phase for a distant object that could explain the nature of little red dots
The 1960s-era facility received extensive upgrades including new wiring, fire suppression, and an epoxy-coated floor to accommodate the X-59 ahead of ongoing test flights.
Between November and December 2025, the rover captured over a thousand images to create a 360-degree view of low ridges that resemble giant spiderwebs from space.
Landsat 8 and Landsat 9 now utilise ascending orbital paths to capture thermal data for volcanoes, ice sheets, and urban heat islands
A new optical terminal on the Orion spacecraft transmitted high-definition imagery to Earth, surpassing traditional radio frequency limits during the historic lunar flyby.
The successful firing of a lithium-fed thruster at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory demonstrates significant progress in reducing launch mass for future human exploration.
Collaborative work inside the Kibo laboratory module aims to develop novel chemotherapy and immunotherapy treatments
NASA Earth Observatory imagery reveals how subalpine trees mark the upper limits of forest growth in southern Chile's unique temperate zone.
The X-59, central to NASA's Quesst mission, receives a fresh paint scheme featuring a special insignia for the 250th anniversary of the nation's independence.
New 360-degree views highlight the missions' strategy of exploring opposite ends of Mars' geological timeline, from ancient boxwork formations to the oldest landscapes in the solar system.
From classroom gardens to amateur radio operators, the public is invited to contribute data and observations to help make long-duration space travel safer and more sustainable.
Data from the NASA-funded Impact Flash project complements astronaut observations to determine the nature of meteoroid impactors
Flight manager Peter Rossoni oversaw the first operational use of laser communications on a crewed mission, freeing traditional radio systems for critical data while enhancing connectivity for astronauts around the Moon.
The release coincides with the 36th anniversary of the telescope's launch, revealing details shaped by stellar winds over hundreds of thousands of years
The event, hosted by the University of Missouri Pre-Employment Transition Services, aims to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers through direct engagement with space explorers.
The University Leadership Initiative celebrates its tenth anniversary by highlighting how student-led proposals are reshaping aeronautical research and securing futures for the next generation of engineers.
NASA Earth Observatory imagery captures the contrast between modern specialty crops protected by shade nets and historical sugarcane fields near Baozhong, highlighting a region where less than one hectare per farm supports millions of pigs and billions of dollars in annual output.
Two Johnson Space Center executives received prestigious awards from the National Space Club & Foundation following the historic completion of the Artemis II mission and the International Space Station's 25th anniversary of continuous habitation.
Jessica Watkins becomes first NASA astronaut to launch aboard a SpaceX Dragon twice as mission aims to support lunar and Mars exploration
The 40-year-old complex is being refined to handle the sensitive requirements of the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, which will be launched aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket.
Ambassador Dina Kawar signed the agreement at NASA headquarters, citing the nation's ambition to become a global technology hub alongside its recent space milestones.
The device converts drinking water into sterile medical-grade fluid, but the output will be returned to Earth for analysis rather than administered to astronauts.
The computational fluid dynamics package, previously used for Artemis and Mars missions, promises to accelerate innovation by running complex simulations in hours rather than weeks.
Research led by Penn State University indicates young stars are significantly quieter in high-energy output, challenging existing models of stellar evolution.
Unusually warm and dry conditions have triggered a high-risk alert from the ASEAN Specialised Meteorological Centre, impacting air quality and travel in the region.
Small enterprises can now access the updated appendices for the upcoming fiscal year to submit proposals for federal research grants.