Los Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 28, 2025
NASA has chosen eight scientists to participate in its Lucy mission, an initiative aimed at studying the Jupiter Trojan asteroids. These celestial bodies, considered remnants from the early solar system, follow stable orbits linked to Jupiter but remain at significant distances from the planet. The Lucy mission's Participating Scientist Program for the L4 Trojans enables researchers to con

Sydney, Australia (SPX) Feb 28, 2025
A recent analysis of lunar samples retrieved by China's Chang'e 6 mission has provided substantial evidence supporting the theory that the moon was once enveloped in a global molten "magma ocean" following its formation. This discovery is pivotal for deepening our understanding of the moon's origin and its evolutionary history. The study, conducted by a collaborative team under the China N

Sydney, Australia (SPX) Feb 28, 2025
Chinese scientists have successfully tested the world's first oblique detonation engine, powered by conventional aviation kerosene, a breakthrough that has generated significant interest. While some analysts view this as a military advancement, the technology's real potential lies in revolutionizing civilian aviation and space travel. According to research findings published in the Journal

Los Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 28, 2025
Astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) frequently experience immune system disruptions, skin rashes, and inflammatory conditions. A recent study published on February 27 in the journal *Cell* suggests that these health concerns may stem from the highly sterile environment of spacecraft. The research reveals that the ISS harbors a significantly lower microbial diversity compared

Los Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 28, 2025
The eighth test flight of SpaceX's Starship is set to take off as early as Monday, March 3, marking another step in the company's continued development of its fully reusable launch system. A live webcast of the mission will begin approximately 40 minutes before liftoff, accessible via SpaceX's official channels, including X (formerly Twitter) and the X TV app. The launch window is schedule

Image: The Copernicus Sentinel-2 mission captured the Maha Kumbh Mela festival, the world’s largest human gathering, which took place in the city of Prayagraj in northern India.

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Sydney, Australia (SPX) Feb 26, 2025
Astronauts aboard China's Tiangong space station have been actively engaged in scientific research and technical tasks, as confirmed by the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA). A video released by the CMSA on Sunday showcased astronauts Cai Xuzhe, Song Lingdong, and Wang Haoze conducting operations inside the space station's core module, Tianhe. Having been in space for nearly four months, th