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NASA’s Repository Supports Research of Commercial Astronaut Health
NASA’s Open Science Data Repository provides valuable information to researchers studying the impact of space on the human body. Nearly…
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What is 3D-MAT?
A thermal protection material for the Artemis Generation The 3-Dimensional Multifunctional Ablative Thermal Protection System (3D-MAT) is a thermal protection…
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NASA Astronomer Sees Power in Community, Works to Build More
Science is often portrayed as a solitary affair, where discoveries are made by lone geniuses toiling in isolation. But Dr.…
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2023 in Review: Highlights from NASA in Silicon Valley
It’s been another great year at NASA’s Ames Research Center in California’s Silicon Valley. Join us as we review some…
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Scorching, Seven-Planet System Revealed by New Kepler Exoplanet List
A system of seven sweltering planets has been revealed by continued study of data from NASA’s retired Kepler space telescope:…
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NASA Ames’ Contributions to OSIRIS-REx
Extraterrestrial rocks and dust – material scooped up from an asteroid – are scheduled to be delivered to Earth on Sept.…