Nasa news

Here are some recent NASA news and updates:

Recent Discoveries and Missions

  1. 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.
  2. Exoplanet Discovery: NASA's Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS) has discovered a new exoplanet, a super-Earth orbiting a nearby star.
  3. Asteroid Redirect Mission: NASA has successfully redirected an asteroid's path, demonstrating a new technique for deflecting potentially hazardous asteroids.
  4. 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

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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

  1. NASA's 2022 Astronaut Class: NASA has selected 10 new astronauts for its 2022 class, including the first astronaut with a physical disability.
  2. 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

  1. NASA's Budget: NASA has received a budget increase for 2023, with a focus on Artemis, the Space Launch System, and the Orion spacecraft.
  2. 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.
  3. 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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