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Future aerospace leaders to join NASA’s junior test pilot school

This summer, a new generation of aerospace explorers will get an up-close look at careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) through the 2025 Junior Test Pilot School.

UK scientists in the running for NASA’s $1 billion astrophysics mission

A new proposal involving UK scientists has been shortlisted by NASA as part of its next major astrophysics mission, potentially worth $1 billion.

NASA reveals New Probe Explorers proposals

NASA has recently announced a development in astrophysics: establishing a new class of missions under its Explorers Program: the Probe Explores.

October’s supermoon: Cultural celebrations and celestial wonders

The next full Moon will occur on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at 7:26 a.m. EDT and is filled with celestial and cultural significance, NASA has reported.

Black hole jet sparks stellar explosions in nearby galaxy

Astronomers using NASA's Hubble Space Telescope have uncovered a connection between the powerful jet emitted from a supermassive black hole and the eruption of stars, known as novae, in a massive galaxy .

Insights into tidal heating and planetary evolution

Cornell University astronomers have looked into the planetary evolution of Io, Jupiter's fiery moon known for its intense volcanic activity.

Webb telescope reveals cosmic question mark in early universe

Astronomers using NASA's James Webb Space Telescope have uncovered a cosmic spectacle similar to a question mark in the vast reaches of space, offering a glimpse into the early days of our universe's evolution.

James Webb Space Telescope reveals mysterious rogue worlds

In a groundbreaking discovery, the James Webb Space Telescope has identified six intriguing celestial objects known as rogue worlds, each possessing masses similar to planets but untethered to any star's gravitational pull.

Hubble telescope captures spectacular supernova in distant galaxy

NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope has captured a stunning image featuring the galaxy LEDA 857074, located in the constellation Eridanus.

Eta Carinae: A cosmic time bomb in our Milky Way

Scientists believe Eta Carinae, may be on the brink of a spectacular explosion.

Exploring the Sun’s corona: Parker solar probe findings challenge existing theories

NASA's Parker Solar Probe has revealed new insights into the mysteries of the sun's corona.

Exoplanet WASP-39 b shows big differences between morning and evening atmospheres

Astronomers using NASA's James Webb Space Telescope have uncovered new details about the atmosphere of an exoplanet known as WASP-39 b, located 700 light-years away from Earth.

Lunar mysteries: New insights into the enigmatic swirls on the moon

Lunar swirls, those mesmerising light-coloured patterns illuminating the Moon's surface, have always amazed astronomers and scientists.

Citizen scientists discover star on course to escape the Milky Way

Citizen scientists participating in the Planet 9 project have helped uncover a rare and extraordinary star, J1249+36, which is heading through the Milky Way at an incredible speed.

New lunar surface mapping with enhanced techniques

Researchers at Brown University have developed a method for mapping the surface of the Moon, which will enhance the precision of lunar exploration.

NASA collaborates with industry to design sustainable jet engine core

NASA, in partnership with GE Aerospace, is designing a new jet engine concept aimed at the next generation of ultra-efficient airliners.

Astrophysicist discovers fiery exoplanet with NASA’s TESS

UC Riverside researcher Stephen Kane reveals a flaming world, challenging our ideas of planetary extremes.

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