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NASA has embarked on an ambitious endeavor with the selection of four volunteers to participate in a 45-day Mars simulation at the Johnson Space Center’s Human Exploration Research Analog (HERA) in Houston. As the final mission of 2024, this project reinforces NASA’s commitment to understanding the challenges of long-duration space travel. The crew members, Obaid […]

The landscape of low-Earth orbit (LEO) is undergoing a seismic shift as commercial entities like Axiom, VAST, and Blue Origin position themselves to take over the mantle from the aging International Space Station (ISS), which is slated to retire around 2030. This transition marks not just a technological evolution, but also a pivotal moment in […]

In a remarkable feat of astronomical ingenuity, an international team of astronomers has successfully detected the first brown dwarf candidates outside of our Milky Way galaxy, nestled in the cosmic tapestry of the star cluster NGC 602. This groundbreaking discovery was made possible by the exceptional sensitivity and advanced capabilities of the NASA/ESA/CSA James Webb […]

In this October 2024 edition, the European Space Agency (ESA) continues to amaze with its advancements and milestones that redefine our understanding of space and its implications on Earth. Let’s delve into the exciting developments highlighted during the latest Council meeting. Hera’s Groundbreaking Mission One of the standout stories is the launch of the Hera […]

SpaceX is on the brink of a remarkable milestone as it approaches its 400th orbital flight, a testament to the company’s rapid evolution in the space launch industry. The Falcon 9’s ascent to this landmark aligns with an intense launch schedule that has already seen the company execute five launches in under a week. This […]

Lichens, those remarkable symbiotic organisms composed of fungi and photosynthetic partners, have long fascinated scientists due to their incredible resilience and adaptability. Thriving in environments from the harshest deserts to the frigid Arctic, lichens serve as an intriguing model for understanding potential life forms on Mars. Recent research at Mars analog research stations has unveiled […]

The recent severe flooding in Emilia-Romagna, Italy, has left a significant mark on the picturesque landscapes and thriving communities of this northern region. The heavy rainfall that struck over the weekend resulted in raging waters that inundated cities, with Bologna being one of the most affected areas. Neighboring towns like Modena and Reggio Emilia also […]

The remarkable achievements of the Curiosity and Perseverance rovers on Mars illustrate the brilliance of controlled propulsion systems that enable gentle landings on extraterrestrial surfaces. Central to their success is the intricate design of the sky crane landing mechanism, which relies on a precisely engineered valve system to manage the powerful thrust of the landing […]

In the latest developments from the Martian surface, Perseverance is making steady progress as it ventures up the steep incline of the Jezero crater rim. This journey is not without its challenges; the Martian regolith can be quite unforgiving, similar to sprinting up a sandy beach where every forward thrust is met with a slip […]

Recent research has unveiled promising insights into the potential for microbial habitats within Martian ice, highlighting the intriguing possibility that life could exist beneath the planet’s icy surface. The study, conducted by a team led by Aditya Khuller, suggests that certain regions of exposed ice in the mid-latitudes of Mars may provide a protective environment […]