NASA, IBM Launch AI Foundation Model for Lunar Science
NASA and IBM unveiled an open-source AI model trained on lunar orbiter data to accelerate Moon surface analysis for crater mapping, volcanic feature detection, and ice stability estimation.
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NASA’s Chandra Unveils Mysterious X-Ray Objects
NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory has identified 84 unusual objects in six galaxies emitting low-energy X-rays and intense ultraviolet radiation, potentially solving two long-standing astrophysical puzzles.
How 2 US, European Satellites Are Studying Hurricanes During El Niño
NASA and European partners launched Sentinel-6B to track sea levels and hurricanes during a strong El Niño, enhancing storm forecasts and disaster response with precise ocean data.
Superbubble in the Large Magellanic Cloud
NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope reveals a striking nebula, N44, in the Large Magellanic Cloud, featuring a massive superbubble carved by stellar winds and supernovae.
NASA Technique for Manipulating Satellite Photos Now Reveals Ancient Images
NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory technique, decorrelation stretch, enhances faded ancient images, revealing hidden details in Angkor Wat and other archaeological sites worldwide.
NASA Hosts Virtual Artemis Webinar for Blind, Low-Vision Community
NASA will host a virtual webinar on October 2 tailored for blind and low-vision audiences to discuss the RS-25 engine and Artemis missions, featuring audio-described content and accessibility-focused discussions.
NASA Invites Media to Turkey Artemis Accords Signing Ceremony
Turkey will sign the Artemis Accords on August 31 at NASA Headquarters, becoming the 71st signatory nation. The ceremony, hosted by NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman and Turkish Minister Mehmet Fatih Kacır, marks a step...
9 Things to Know About NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope
NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is scheduled to launch on August 30, 2020, at 7:26 a.m. EDT, succeeding Dr. Nancy Grace Roman’s legacy in space-based astronomy.
Building Foresight for Earth Science, featuring Lindsey Jacobson
NASA intern Lindsey Jacobson develops tools to anticipate disruptions in Earth-observing satellite data, helping leaders plan for potential gaps and maintain continuous scientific records.
Roman Space Telescope Travels to SpaceX Hangar
NASA’s Roman Space Telescope has been moved to a SpaceX hangar at Kennedy Space Center ahead of its planned launch on a Falcon Heavy rocket no earlier than August 30, 2026.
NASA Sets Spacewalk for Station Maintenance, Live Coverage Planned
NASA scheduled a spacewalk for September 1 to replace a navigation aid and perform maintenance on the International Space Station, with live coverage starting at 7 a.m. EDT.
NASA Begins Moon Mission Plume-Surface Interaction Tests
NASA has launched plume-surface interaction tests at Langley Research Center to study how lunar lander engine exhaust affects Moon dust and hardware, supporting Artemis missions and future Mars landings.
Contractor to Civil Servant: NASA Welcomes Jeret Howard
NASA civil servant Jeret Howard transitioned from contractor to logistics specialist at Stennis Space Center, continuing a career of national service while supporting Artemis missions and inspiring his family.
APOD: 2026 August 26
NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope has released a detailed composite image of the Lion’s Head Nebula, offering new insights into the fate of Sun-like stars.
New Next-Gen Dish Adds Muscle to NASA’s Deep Space Network
NASA activated a new 34-meter antenna at Goldstone to expand its Deep Space Network, enhancing communications for over 40 deep-space missions including Mars orbiters and Voyager 1.
NASA Invites Media to LunaRecycle Challenge Finale Event in Alabama
NASA will announce winners of the LunaRecycle Challenge on August 28 in Alabama, highlighting innovations in lunar waste recycling systems for future missions.
NASA Ames’ Contributions to Roman’s Mission
NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, launching on Aug. 30, will advance cosmic research with contributions from NASA Ames, including software to reduce image glare and technology to image exoplanets in multi-star...
NASA Ames Experts Available for Roman Space Telescope Interviews
NASA’s Ames Research Center will host virtual interviews on August 26, 2026, to discuss the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, set to launch August 30, 2026, focusing on its scientific objectives and Ames’ contributions.
NASA’s Pandora Mission Begins Study of Exoplanets, Host Stars
NASA’s Pandora mission, a SmallSat launched in January, is now observing at least 20 exoplanets to analyze their atmospheres and the influence of their host stars, supporting future habitable-world research.
Galactic Gems Glisten in New Gallery From NASA’s Chandra
NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory released a new gallery of 16 galactic images combining X-ray and optical data to study galaxy structure, evolution, and the elements essential to life.
Integrating Model-Based Systems Engineering and Fault Management to Enable Autonomous Space Missions
NASA is advancing autonomous space missions by integrating fault management with model-based systems engineering to improve resilience and reduce development risks through early design integration.
NASA Sets Coverage for Roman Space Telescope Launch from Florida
NASA and SpaceX are targeting the launch of the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope for August 30 from Florida aboard a Falcon Heavy rocket, with coverage beginning at 6:20 a.m. EDT.
NASA Research Shows How Sun’s Ancient History Shaped Earth
NASA-funded research links ancient solar activity to Earth’s climate shifts, including ice ages, by modeling the Sun’s protective heliosphere and its interactions with interstellar clouds over millions of years.
MAIA Air Sensor at Work in Addis Ababa
NASA’s MAIA air sensors in Addis Ababa measure PM2.5 pollution, including black carbon from diesel vehicles and fires, to assess health impacts and seasonal variations in urban air quality.
Mapping Air Pollution With MAIA Sensors in Addis Ababa
NASA’s MAIA mission deploys 10 air sensors in Addis Ababa to map PM2.5 pollution over three years, revealing daily and seasonal variations linked to health risks such as respiratory conditions and premature mortality.
What Lake Bonneville Left Behind
NASA highlights Lake Bonneville’s geological legacy, from ancient floods to modern engineering feats, as scientists test Venus mission instruments in its salt flats.
Curiosity Blog, Sols 4982–4987: Back to Our Regularly Scheduled Programming
NASA’s Curiosity rover resumed its planned ascent of Mount Sharp after a brief detour, conducting geology and environmental monitoring during sols 4982–4987.
NASA Shares Views of August Solar Eclipse from Ground, Air, Space
NASA documented the August 12 total solar eclipse from ground, air, and space, capturing the Sun’s corona and studying its effects on Earth’s atmosphere using aircraft, balloons, and the International Space Station.
TB 26-04 Updates and Modernization of NASA’s Chemical Equilibrium with Applications (CEA) Code
NASA has modernized its Chemical Equilibrium with Applications (CEA) code, transitioning from the legacy CEA2 to CEA v3 with improved interfaces, updated thermochemical data, and enhanced maintainability while...
Europe's Scorching Summer
Europe experienced five record-breaking heat waves in 2026, with temperatures exceeding 40°C, causing widespread disruptions, health crises, and infrastructure damage across the region.