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- Stephen Hawking Is Still Afraid of Aliens September 24, 2016The famed astrophysicist has repeated his warning about humanity's potential first contact with intelligent aliens.
- 160-Day Mars Mission Simulation Kicks Off in Utah September 24, 2016A 160-day-long simulated Red Planet mission began today (Sept. 24) at the Mars Desert Research Station (MDRS), a facility in the Utah desert operated by nonprofit group The Mars Society.
- SpaceX Falcon Accident Investigation Points to Breach in Rocket's Helium System September 24, 2016Investigators have traced the explosion that destroyed a SpaceX Falcon 9 on the pad Sept. 1 to a "large breach" in the helium system in the rocket’s second stage, although the root cause of the accident remains unknown.
- The Most Amazing Space Photos This Week! September 24, 2016See the best photos on Space.com this week.
- The Most Amazing Space Stories This Week! September 24, 2016China launched a new space lab, a new 3D map of more than a billion stars was released, and a gigantic meteorite was hauled out of the ground in Argentina. These are our picks for the best space stories of the week.
- Lawmakers Propose Memorial for Apollo 1 Astronauts at Arlington Cemetery September 23, 2016Three NASA astronauts who died in a fire on the launch pad may be honored with a new monument at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia. The Apollo 1 Memorial Act seeks to recognize 50 years since the deaths of Gus Grissom, Ed White and Roger Chaffee.
- Pluto's 'Heart' Hints at Deep, Underground Ocean September 23, 2016A new simulation of how Pluto got its "heart" reveals that the dwarf planet most likely has a deep ocean beneath its surface.
- North Korea's New Rocket Engine Could Loft Satellites — Or Missiles September 23, 2016North Korea's new rocket engine might help the country launch satellites to higher orbits, as the rogue nation claims — but the technology could also help North Korea's (possibly nuclear-armed) missiles fly farther, researchers say.
- US, China Will Meet This Year to Talk Space Debris September 23, 2016A senior U.S. State Department official said China and the United States plan to hold a second set of talks later this year to discuss how their militaries operate in space.
- Senate Committee Approves NASA Authorization Bill September 23, 2016The Senate Commerce Committee approved a short-term NASA authorization bill Sept. 21 that is intended to provide short-term stability to NASA during the upcoming presidential transition but will cast new scrutiny on one major agency program.
- Rosetta Probe's 'Death Dive' Into Comet 67P Coming - Mission Highlights | Video September 23, 2016The European Space Agency's Rosetta probe will plummet it into the surface of comet 67P/Churyumov–Gerasimenko on Sept. 30th, 2016, putting an end to the mission. Take a look back at the historic mission through the lens of ESA and Euronews.
- What is a Black Moon? | Video September 23, 2016The second new moon in a single month is known as the Black Moon. It occurs about once every 32 months. Find out more here.
- What We Need to Know Before Landing Astronauts on Mars September 23, 2016Elon Musk and his SpaceX rocketeers are blueprinting a plan to land humans on Mars in 2025 and to land payloads onto the Red Planet’s surface at each 26 month opportunity starting in 2018.
- Four NASA Satellites Set Record for Formation Flying in Space September 23, 2016Four individual satellites of NASA's Magnetospheric Multiscale mission (MMS) set a record for the closest flying formation ever achieved by a multi-craft space mission. The satellite quartet orbits Earth, studying magnetic reconnection.
- Seeing into the Distant Past with Mobile Astronomy Apps September 23, 2016In this edition of Mobile Astronomy, we'll travel the celestial and see ancient starlight with our own two eyes.
- 80-Day Mock Mars Mission Begins Saturday in Utah September 23, 2016On Saturday (Sept. 24), the crewmembers of the Mars 80 mission — who hail from France, Japan, Russia, Australia, India and Canada — will begin work at the Mars Desert Research Station (MDRS), a facility in Utah run by the Mars Society.
- NASA SLS Booster Test - See Awesome Fireworks in Ultra Slow Motion | Video September 23, 2016NASA used many cameras to monitor the performance of the Orbital ATK solid rocket booster, being developed for the new Space Launch System (SLS) rocket.
- Image of the Day September 23, 2016This artist's illustration shows an alien planet named OGLE-2007-BLG-349 orbiting a pair of red dwarf stars.
- How SpaceX's 2018 'Red Dragon' Mission Could Help NASA Put Boots on Mars September 23, 2016The technology SpaceX uses to land its Dragon capsule on Mars could help NASA put boots on the Red Planet.
- Black Moon 2016: What It Is (and Why You Can't See It) September 23, 2016September 2016 is host to a somewhat unusual lunar event: a second new moon in a single month, an event some people are calling a "Black Moon."
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LiveScience.com – Top Stories
- Stephen Hawking Is Still Afraid of Aliens September 25, 2016The famed astrophysicist has repeated his warning about humanity's potential first contact with intelligent aliens.
- Stephen Hawking Is Still Afraid of Aliens September 25, 2016The famed astrophysicist has repeated his warning about humanity's potential first contact with intelligent aliens.
- The Most Interesting Science News Articles of the Week September 25, 2016Here are the most interesting, amazing and unusual things that happened in the world of science this week. A recap of Live Science's best.
- Amazing Images: The Best Science Photos of the Week September 24, 2016Here are the stories behind the most amazing images in the world of science this week. A recap of the coolest photos featured on Live Science.
- America's Opioid-Use Epidemic: 5 Startling Facts September 23, 2016America is in the midst of an opioid-abuse epidemic, which has caused a startling rise in overdoses and deaths from these highly addictive drugs. Here’s a look at the epidemic by the numbers.
- Facts About the Global Seed Vault September 23, 2016The Global Seed Vault is a storage facility that safely stores the world's seeds in case of worldwide disaster.
- Greenland Is Losing More Ice Than Scientists Thought September 23, 2016Using new measurements, scientists have discovered that Greenland's ice sheet is losing more mass than previously thought. It's a troubling finding for the future of coastal areas around the world, they say.
- Puerto Rico's Massive Power Outage Seen from Space September 23, 2016A NASA satellite has captured dramatic photos of Puerto Rico before and after a massive blackout during which almost 1.5 million homes lost power late Wednesday (Sept. 21), according to NASA's Earth Observatory.
- Want a Real-Life, Full-Size Transformer? This Company Builds Them September 23, 2016With one fully working prototype, the company plans to release more transforming vehicles soon.
- Facts About Nickel September 23, 2016Properties, sources and uses of the element nickel.
- Controversial Human Embryo Editing: 5 Things to Know September 23, 2016Scientists in Sweden have become the first to edit the genetic material in healthy human embryos.
- U-2 Spy Plane Crash: Why 'Cold War' Aircraft Are Still Relevant Today September 23, 2016The U-2 plane has a long and storied history that stretches back to the late 1950s, but how is the reconnaissance aircraft used today?
- Does the Soul Exist? September 23, 2016One neuroscientist says that all functions attributable to the soul can be explained by the workings of the brain.
- Leprosy Found in California Child: How Doctors Diagnosed It September 23, 2016Leprosy has been confirmed in one of two California schoolchildren suspected to have the disease, according to CBS Los Angeles.
- Paleo Construction Worker? Ancient Reptile Wore a 'Hard Hat' September 23, 2016Some 230 million years ago, an alligator-size reptile was crawling around what is now Texas with what looked like a hard hat on its head. That's according to a new analysis of the domed head of the ancient beast, a head that looks eerily like the skull of
- Why Do Your Teeth Feel Weird After Eating Spinach? September 23, 2016Ever notice a gritty film covering your teeth after eating a spinach salad? This phenomenon, called "spinach tooth," happens because the leafy greens are chock-full of oxalic acid.
- NASA to Announce 'Surprising' Europa Discovery Monday September 23, 2016NASA will announce new findings about Jupiter's ocean-harboring moon Europa during a news conference at 2 p.m. EDT (1800 GMT) Monday (Sept. 26).
- Photos: Ancient Circular Geoglyphs Etched into the Sand in Peru September 23, 2016Archaeologists have mapped dozens of circular geoglyphs etched into the sand near the ancient Peruvian town called Quilcapampa in the Sihuas Valley. The geoglyphs they mapped have different ring-shaped designs, some comprising several intertwined rings.
- Ring-Shaped Geoglyphs Found Near Ancient Town in Peru September 23, 2016Dozens of circular geoglyphs, some comprising several intertwined rings and one a swirl shape, have been identified and mapped beside trade routes near the ancient Peruvian town of Quilcapampa.
- How Do Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria Get into the Environment? September 23, 2016Antibiotic bacteria aren't just found in hospitals or clinics. They – and the genes that confer resistance – are found in the environment, too.
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NASA Blog Updates
- NASA Deputy Administrator's Blog June 26, 2013A Great Day for Equality
- NASA Administrator June 26, 2013Protecting Planet Earth
- NASA IV&V Matters June 24, 2013Summer Interns Return to IV&V
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Masten-space.com Blog updates–X-Prize winner!
- Introducing Xodiac and XaeroB June 7, 2016Introducing the next generation of reusable rockets – Masten’s Xodiac and XaeroB. These two new rockets are designed and built on the success of their predecessors – Xombie, Xoie, and Xaero. For those who have followed us, you will see the obvious connection to our previous vehicles. With this new iteration, we are bringing greater capability
- Fall 2016 Internship May 3, 2016Masten is now accepting intern applications for the Fall of 2016. If you’ve followed us you know we’ve had a great history of outstanding interns working with us. There are few places like us that can deliver an internship with this level of responsibility and hands on work. We’re not looking for gophers, we’re looking for
- Summer 2016 Internships December 2, 2015Masten is now accepting applications for internships for the Summer of 2016. If you’ve followed us you know we’ve had a great history of outstanding interns working with us. There are few places like us that can deliver an internship with this level of responsibility and hands on work. We’re not looking for gophers, we’re looking
- Open House and Job Fair August 7, 2015Next Saturday, August 15th, we’re opening our doors for a special open house and job fair at our Mojave rocket facility. Come see the rockets, and meet the team responsible for keeping them in the air. We’re currently hiring for support roles related to three of our high-profile programs: DARPA’s Experimental Spaceplane (XS-1) program, NASA’s Lunar CATALYS […]
- Fall 2015 Internships July 6, 2015Masten is now accepting applications for internships for the Fall of 2015. If you’ve followed us you know we’ve had a great history of outstanding interns working with us. There are few places like us that can deliver an internship with this level of responsibility and hands on work. We’re not looking for gophers, we’re looking
- Summer 2015 Internships December 3, 2014Masten is now accepting applications for internships for the Summer of 2015. If you’ve followed us you know we’ve had a great history of outstanding interns working with us. There are few places like us that can deliver an internship with this level of responsibility and hands on work. We’re not looking for gophers, we’re looking
- Masten Space Systems selected by Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency for XS-1 Program July 23, 2014Mojave, CA (July 23, 2014) — Masten Space Systems, Inc. (Masten) announced today that the company has been awarded a contract from the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) as part of Phase 1 of the Experimental Spaceplane (XS-1) program to develop a reusable launch vehicle. Over the last decade, Masten has built three highly
- Astrobotic Technology And Masten Space Systems Perform Visually Guided Precision Landing June 30, 2014Contact John Thornton contact@astrobotic.com Sean Mahoney smahoney@masten.aero FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ASTROBOTIC TECHNOLOGY AND MASTEN SPACE SYSTEMS PERFORM VISUALLY GUIDED PRECISION LANDING Groundbreaking effort integrates two privately developed technology platforms to validate performance of autonomous precision landing capability Mojave, CA: Astrobotic Te […]
- Spring 2015 Internships June 30, 2014Masten is now accepting applications for internships for the Spring of 2015. If you’ve followed us you know we’ve had a great history of outstanding interns working with us. There are few places like us that can deliver an internship with this level of responsibility and hands on work. We’re not looking for gophers, we’re looking
- Project Prometheus May 19, 2014A lot has been going on in the past year, and while we have been busy with clients and flying customer payloads, the Masten Team has also been thinking about ways we could engage the broader community and increase accessibility to our VTVL vehicles. One of the largest barriers to entry for any technology developer
Discovery Space News
- Huge Tsunamis May Have Ravaged Ancient Mars May 25, 2016When Mars was a wet world, did its oceans experience powerful tsunamis spawned by meteorite impacts?
- Collapsing Cosmic Clouds Birth Black Hole Monsters May 24, 2016Supermassive black holes occupy all known galaxies, but astronomers have little idea how they formed. Now space telescopes have found a clue.
- Mystery Plumes: Did the Sun Bruise Mars? May 24, 2016Strange plumes have been spotted high in the Martian atmosphere that have, so far, defied explanation. Now scientists think space weather is to blame.
- NASA Probe Tracks Object in Solar System's Badlands May 23, 2016While coasting through the outer solar system, NASA's New Horizons is busying itself with astronomical observations of a distant Kuiper Belt Object.
- Solar Superflares Set Stage for Life on Earth May 23, 2016Earth could have grown warm enough for liquid water as far back as 4 billion years ago thanks to massive and frequent solar flares.
- See the Red Planet with Your Own Eyes This Weekend May 21, 2016Mars reaches opposition this weekend, making Saturday and Sunday (May 21 and 22) an opportune time to see the Red Planet with your own eyes.
- Extreme Exoplanets Reveal Migration Mystery May 20, 2016A star hosting 4 massive gas giant exoplanets has been spotted -- is this how our solar system looked in its ancient past?
- How to Form Io's Mountains? Just Squeeze! May 20, 2016On Earth, mountains form along tectonic boundaries, but Io, Jupiter's volcanic moon, is awash with molten rock and dotted with solitary mountains -- how did they form?
- DNews: Meet a Black Hole 17 Billion Times the Sun's Mass May 20, 2016DNews sits down with U.C. Berkeley astronomy professor Chung-Pei Ma to learn all about supermassive black holes, including one nearby that's just honking huge.
- LHC Opens the Quantum Physics Floodgates May 20, 2016As it restarts its mission to discover weird and exotic things about our universe, the Large Hadron Collider is about to become a firehose of quantum data.
New Scientist
- The warps in space that make Einstein’s perfect cosmic accident September 19, 2016Warped gravitational lenses predicted by Einstein are some of the most beautiful – and useful – objects in the sky. We've seen a few dozen, but which is the most perfect?
- New NASA budget could put asteroid-grabbing mission in jeopardy September 19, 2016The proposed mission to lasso an asteroid and haul it closer to Earth is not "commensurate with the cost", says Congress
- Supernova extraordinaire might actually be a black hole’s lunch September 19, 2016What looked like the brightest supernova ever spotted might in fact be the death gasp of a star being swallowed by a black hole
- Reality guide: Six problems physics can’t explain September 21, 2016From the dark energy ripping the cosmos apart to the part consciousness plays in creating reality, quantum physics and cosmology retain many mysteries
- World’s largest telescope array takes its deepest view yet September 22, 2016The ALMA array has checked out the iconic Hubble Ultra Deep Field, which contains 10,000 galaxies in a single image, to make the deepest millimetre-wavelength image of the sky
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