Astronomy
How Strong is the Gravity on Mars?
Martian gravity is roughly 38% that of Earth's, a fact that will have serious implications for crewed missions and even…
Ice, Ice Everywhere, says New Study on Ceres
A series of new studies show that Ceres is a lot more icy than previously thought, which also points towards…
Juno Captures a Stunning Jovian ‘Pearl’
A brand new photo from Juno's latest close flyby reveals a 'pearl' of great beauty fashioned by ceaseless winds.
James Webb Space Telescope Celebrated in Stunning New Video
A new short film showcases the James Webb Telescope - the successor to Hubble - and all the amazing things…
Martian Mineral Points Toward Past Habitability
New samples obtained by the Curiosity rover have shed more light on environmental changes over the past few billion years,…
Hubble Watches Spinning Black Hole Swallow a Star
An international team of scientists claim that a superluminous event in a distant galaxy was caused by a star being…
All I Want for Christmas is a Green Laser: How to Choose and Use One
Want to buy a green laser but need help choosing one? This guide will help!
What is an Orrery?
For centuries, human beings have been creating mechanical models the Solar System, which today is known as an orrery,
This Week: Occultations of Aldebaran, Regulus vs. the Supermoon
It's a busy week for the Moon. While our large solitary natural satellite reaches Full and interferes with the 2016…
Showcasing the Benefits of NASA Technology Here on Earth
Every year, NASA release Spinoff, a publication produced by the Technology Transfer Program that shows how NASA technology has benefits…