SpaceX is Hoping to Turn Atmospheric CO2 Into Rocket Fuel
Elon Musk has announced that SpaceX may start a carbon capture program as an eco-friendly way of creating propellant.
Webb Telescope Officially Cleared for Launch on December 25
UPDATE: Shortly after publication of this article, Arianespace announced the launch for JWST has been delayed until December 25: "Due…
Now We Know Why Pluto has These Strange Features on its Surface
After New Horizons made its close flyby of Pluto in July of 2015, scientists were astounded at the incredible closeup…
Floating “Aerobats” Could be the Best way to Explore the Cloud Tops of Venus
Researchers, with support from NASA, are developing software that will allow balloon-based aerial robots to explore Venus' atmosphere.
Japanese Billionaire Finishes Up Space Station Mission With Online Flourishes
Japanese billionaire Yusaku Maezawa and two crewmates have returned to Earth after an 11-day mission to the International Space Station…
Astronomy Jargon 101: Irregular Galaxies
In this series we are exploring the weird and wonderful world of astronomy jargon! You’ll feel a little odd after today's…
Astronomy Jargon 101: Galactic Halo
In this series we are exploring the weird and wonderful world of astronomy jargon! You’ll wrap your head around today's topic:…
The Moon is a Barren and Desolate, but Lunar Caves Could Offer Some Shelter From the Harsh Environment
New research shows that cave and pits on the Moon range considerably in terms of temperature, which is vital knowledge…
Astronomy Jargon 101: Giant Molecular Clouds
In this series we are exploring the weird and wonderful world of astronomy jargon! You’ll be a source of inspiration from…
Astronomy Jargon 101: Escape Velocity
In this series we are exploring the weird and wonderful world of astronomy jargon! You’ll finally get away with today's topic:…