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Space Exploration Apr 10, 2024

New NASA strategy envisions sustainable future for space operations

To address a rapidly changing space operating environment and ensure its preservation for generations to come, NASA released the first part of its integrated Space Sustainability Strategy, on Tuesday advancing the agency's ...

Space Exploration Apr 10, 2024

OK, the eclipse was cool, but those glasses aren't. Now what?

OK, you hopped on the eclipse bandwagon, did your research and viewed the celestial miracle responsibly. But now what are you going to do with those odd-looking glasses?

Archaeology Apr 9, 2024

The hidden role of the Milky Way in ancient Egyptian mythology

Ancient Egyptians were known for their religious beliefs and astronomical knowledge of the sun, moon, and planets, but up until now, it has been unclear what role the Milky Way played in Egyptian religion and culture.

Optics & Photonics Apr 9, 2024

Research team exerts electrical control over polaritons, hybridized light-matter particles, at room temperature

A research team has pioneered an innovative technique in ultra-high-resolution spectroscopy. Their breakthrough marks the world's first instance of electrically controlling polaritons—hybridized light-matter particles—at ...

Planetary Sciences Apr 9, 2024

'Swallowed,' torn up or live on: How Earth will fare when the sun dies

Our solar system and everything within it—including the Earth—will look very different when the sun dies.

Space Exploration Apr 9, 2024

What could we build with lunar regolith?

It has often been likened to talcum powder. The ultra fine lunar surface material known as the regolith is crushed volcanic rock. For visitors to the surface of the moon it can be a health hazard, causing wear and tear on ...

Planetary Sciences Apr 9, 2024

Video: Total solar eclipse seen from space

A total solar eclipse swept across North America yesterday, blocking out the sun momentarily with parts of the continent plunged into darkness. Geostationary satellites orbiting 36,000 km away captured images of the rare ...

Astronomy Apr 9, 2024

Eclipses aren't just visual spectacles, they are at the heart of scientific efforts to understand distant planets

The total solar eclipse across North America on April 8, 2024, is a stunning and memorable event for everyone in its path. However, eclipses are not just valued for their visual impact, they are at the heart of cutting-edge ...

Space Exploration Apr 9, 2024

'I cried a little': from Texas to Canada, the awe and beauty of solar eclipse

The day died and was reborn a few minutes later Monday in the southern United States. There were hugs, tears and gasping as people watched the moon fully eclipse the sun and briefly plunge the world into darkness.

Space Exploration Apr 9, 2024

Can't get enough of the total solar eclipse or got clouded out? Here are the next ones to watch for

Whether you saw the moon completely block the sun, were foiled by cloudy weather or weren't along the path of Monday's total solar eclipse, there are still more chances to catch a glimpse.

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