Nasa news
Here are some recent NASA news and updates:
Recent Discoveries and Missions
- Water on Mars: NASA's Perseverance rover has found evidence of seasonal water on Mars, which could be a sign of past or present life on the Red Planet.
- Exoplanet Discovery: NASA's Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS) has discovered a new exoplanet, a super-Earth orbiting a nearby star.
- Asteroid Redirect Mission: NASA has successfully redirected an asteroid's path, demonstrating a new technique for deflecting potentially hazardous asteroids.
- Artemis Program: NASA is planning to return humans to the Moon by 2024 under the Artemis program, with the goal of establishing a sustainable presence on the lunar surface.
Upcoming Missions and Events
- Artemis I: NASA is planning to launch an uncrewed mission to the Moon in November 2022, which will test the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket and Orion spacecraft.
- James Webb Space Telescope: The James Webb Space Telescope is scheduled to launch in October 2023, with a mission to study the universe in infrared light.
- Parker Solar Probe: NASA's Parker Solar Probe is set to make its closest approach to the Sun in April 2023, providing new insights into the Sun's corona.
- SpaceX Crewed Mission: NASA has partnered with SpaceX to launch a crewed mission to the International Space Station in the coming months.
Awards and Recognition
- NASA's 2022 Astronaut Class: NASA has selected 10 new astronauts for its 2022 class, including the first astronaut with a physical disability.
- NASA's 2022 STEM Awards: NASA has recognized outstanding achievements in STEM education and research, including awards for students, teachers, and researchers.
Other News and Updates
- NASA's Budget: NASA has received a budget increase for 2023, with a focus on Artemis, the Space Launch System, and the Orion spacecraft.
- NASA's Internship Program: NASA is accepting applications for its summer internship program, which provides opportunities for students to work on NASA projects and research.
- NASA's Social Media: NASA has launched a new social media campaign, #NASAat50, to celebrate its 50th anniversary and share its history and achievements.
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