https://nrkz.space/news/Space. Science. What comes next.enSun, 08 Nov 2026 11:01:14 GMThttps://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-awards-moon-base-transportation-technology-science-projects-7723ccbf8c3a/https://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-awards-moon-base-transportation-technology-science-projects-7723ccbf8c3a/Sat, 07 Nov 2026 23:03:55 GMTNASA announced a suite of awards and mission updates to expand its Moon Base exploration, science, and infrastructure capabilities. The investments include commercial robotic deliveries, a nuclear-powered rover, launch and orbital transfer services, and surface infrastructure. The agency shared the news at the MAX POWER aerospace expo and air show at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida. NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman emphasized the importance of building the Moon Base mission by mission, using the playbook that carried NASA through its greatest eras.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-seeks-next-generation-of-explorers-to-join-astronaut-corps-44a6b3793253/https://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-seeks-next-generation-of-explorers-to-join-astronaut-corps-44a6b3793253/Sat, 07 Nov 2026 18:37:23 GMTNASA is looking for the explorers who will help write the next chapter of human spaceflight.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/fabric-molds-could-bring-material-saving-concrete-beams-within-reach-d1104ad8e14a/https://nrkz.space/news/story/fabric-molds-could-bring-material-saving-concrete-beams-within-reach-d1104ad8e14a/Fri, 06 Nov 2026 19:48:18 GMTTopology optimization is a computer design method that can help engineers design beams using reduced amounts of concrete and steel.Technologyhttps://nrkz.space/news/story/how-to-predict-the-behavior-of-molecules-from-scant-data-0bb49f96544d/https://nrkz.space/news/story/how-to-predict-the-behavior-of-molecules-from-scant-data-0bb49f96544d/Fri, 06 Nov 2026 19:14:08 GMTWhen the winners were announced, it turned out that nine of the top 20 entries had used CheMeleon in their process.Technologyhttps://nrkz.space/news/story/m30-s-sparkling-stars-83b8b7ae95d5/https://nrkz.space/news/story/m30-s-sparkling-stars-83b8b7ae95d5/Fri, 06 Nov 2026 16:58:59 GMTThe sparkling collection of stars is named Messier 30 (M30) after the French astronomer, Charles Messier , who cataloged M30 and other diffuse objects that might be mistaken for comets in the early telescopes of Messier’s time.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/supercomputing-tech-demo-schedule-e90733f65aaa/https://nrkz.space/news/story/supercomputing-tech-demo-schedule-e90733f65aaa/Fri, 06 Nov 2026 16:58:59 GMTJoin NASA in the Exhibit Hall (Booth #4038) for presentations by NASA experts.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/the-60th-annual-oral-history-association-meeting-f0b4c1827c25/https://nrkz.space/news/story/the-60th-annual-oral-history-association-meeting-f0b4c1827c25/Fri, 06 Nov 2026 12:17:28 GMTThe 60th Annual Oral History Association Meeting announced a partnership with the University of Alaska Fairbanks Oral History Program's Project Jukebox to co-locate selected oral histories. This collaboration expands access to Alaska's innovative digital oral history collection, integrating interviews with photographs, maps, and place-based storytelling to document diverse communities, cultures, and environments.Sciencehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/noaa-voices-at-the-2026-oral-history-association-annual-meeting-8893cf6e26e1/https://nrkz.space/news/story/noaa-voices-at-the-2026-oral-history-association-annual-meeting-8893cf6e26e1/Fri, 06 Nov 2026 18:41:14 GMTNOAA Voices at the 2026 Oral History Association Annual Meeting The 60th Annual Oral History Association Meeting will take place October 14–17, 2026, in Portland, Oregon.Sciencehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/university-of-alaska-fairbanks-oral-history-program-s-project-jukebox-b3d020b56700/https://nrkz.space/news/story/university-of-alaska-fairbanks-oral-history-program-s-project-jukebox-b3d020b56700/Fri, 06 Nov 2026 12:02:51 GMTThe University of Alaska Fairbanks Oral History Program's Project Jukebox is partnering with the University of Alaska Fairbanks to co-locate selected oral histories, expanding access to a national digital oral history collection. The project integrates interviews with photographs, maps, and place-based storytelling to document Alaska's diverse communities, cultures, and changing environments. The project is available for download.Sciencehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/taking-a-gander-at-utah-s-goosenecks-ba58adb14241/https://nrkz.space/news/story/taking-a-gander-at-utah-s-goosenecks-ba58adb14241/Fri, 06 Nov 2026 05:55:48 GMTTens of millions of years ago, the San Juan River in Utah shared characteristics with the Mississippi River. Geologic forces pushed the Colorado Plateau upward, increasing the river's gradient and flow, leading to the formation of goosenecks. Today, the goosenecks are an unusual geologic wonder and a Dark Sky Park, offering dark skies for meteor showers in November 2026.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/pinning-down-the-structure-of-quark-gluon-plasma-the-universe-s-first-fluid-d4d36af74f2a/https://nrkz.space/news/story/pinning-down-the-structure-of-quark-gluon-plasma-the-universe-s-first-fluid-d4d36af74f2a/Thu, 05 Nov 2026 16:20:22 GMTScientists at MIT and UCSB have developed a theory to study quark-gluon plasma, the universe's first fluid that existed just a fraction of a second after the Big Bang. The theory predicts how relativistic particles are likely to be pushed and pulled by the plasma as they fly through it, providing insights into the microscopic structure of the fluid.Technologyhttps://nrkz.space/news/story/detecting-signs-of-hypertension-using-wearable-sensors-6e85f4370dc4/https://nrkz.space/news/story/detecting-signs-of-hypertension-using-wearable-sensors-6e85f4370dc4/Thu, 05 Nov 2026 16:09:05 GMTGoogle researchers have developed an AI system that uses standard consumer smartwatch sensors to detect signs of high blood pressure (hypertension). The system, called AI-PPG-ACC-HTN, was validated against the clinical gold standard of 24-hour ambulatory blood pressure monitoring and achieved comparable accuracy levels. This research informed the Blood Pressure Trends feature in the Google Health app.Technologyhttps://nrkz.space/news/story/midwestern-city-lights-6ca3f2020966/https://nrkz.space/news/story/midwestern-city-lights-6ca3f2020966/Thu, 05 Nov 2026 15:25:35 GMTCity lights from the Midwestern United States to the East Coast sparkle across the landscape a couple of hours before sunrise on Oct. 18, 2026.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-astronauts-to-answer-questions-from-florida-students-e95078269422/https://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-astronauts-to-answer-questions-from-florida-students-e95078269422/Thu, 05 Nov 2026 15:25:35 GMTNASA astronauts Jessica Watkins and Luke Delaney will answer prerecorded STEM questions from Florida students aboard the International Space Station. The event, hosted by Freedom Crossing Academy, will stream live on NASA's Learn With NASA YouTube channel at 10:40 a.m. EST on Nov. 10. This unique opportunity aims to deepen understanding of space exploration and STEM careers.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/hubble-learns-galactic-history-from-stars-6b2496f9d25e/https://nrkz.space/news/story/hubble-learns-galactic-history-from-stars-6b2496f9d25e/Thu, 05 Nov 2026 13:59:29 GMTThis NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope image provides a lesson in galactic history.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/cyprus-island-of-snakes-cats-and-ophiolites-6b581cc17686/https://nrkz.space/news/story/cyprus-island-of-snakes-cats-and-ophiolites-6b581cc17686/Thu, 05 Nov 2026 05:52:06 GMTThe island of Cyprus began to form some 90 million years ago during the Late Cretaceous , with molten rock pouring from the seafloor, solidifying, and building new oceanic crust .Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/clearing-up-a-robot-s-fuzzy-memory-87631feae5b6/https://nrkz.space/news/story/clearing-up-a-robot-s-fuzzy-memory-87631feae5b6/Thu, 05 Nov 2026 05:08:20 GMTMIT researchers have developed a new memory system for robots that identifies and corrects incorrect descriptions in their stored memory. The system, called UQ-DAAAM, compares multiple descriptions of the same object from different viewpoints to quantify uncertainty and select additional views to reduce it. This method could make household or industrial robots better at performing complex tasks and working alongside human collaborators.Technologyhttps://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-announces-x-70-experimental-aircraft-to-advance-flight-research-1522f10d7fdf/https://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-announces-x-70-experimental-aircraft-to-advance-flight-research-1522f10d7fdf/Thu, 05 Nov 2026 01:47:13 GMTNASA announced the X-70 Fractal, a crewed high-performance experimental aircraft designed to accelerate advanced aviation technology development. Featuring advanced flight-control and payload capabilities, it will explore aircraft maneuverability and conduct research across various conditions. The aircraft, with a takeoff weight of 10,000 pounds, will reach altitudes of up to 45,000 feet and provide an operational range exceeding 1,726 miles. NASA aims for its first flight within the next two years.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-shares-plans-to-accelerate-artemis-return-to-moon-b3955db4dcd9/https://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-shares-plans-to-accelerate-artemis-return-to-moon-b3955db4dcd9/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 21:14:55 GMTIn an update on Oct. 23, NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman and other agency leaders shared the agency’s path to returning Americans to the lunar surface in 2028.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/noaa-weather-modeling-hits-key-milestone-with-rapid-refresh-forecast-system-debut-a40072a128d9/https://nrkz.space/news/story/noaa-weather-modeling-hits-key-milestone-with-rapid-refresh-forecast-system-debut-a40072a128d9/Thu, 05 Nov 2026 16:09:05 GMTNOAA marked a significant milestone in weather modeling on November 3 with the implementation of the Rapid Refresh Forecast System (RRFS), a next-generation system that combines the strengths of NOAA's existing regional models to deliver detailed, hourly-updating short-term forecasts over North America. RRFS extends forecast lead times to 84 hours and includes advanced functions for fire weather, smoke, and dust plume predictions. The transition from research to operations represents a major step towards modernizing NOAA's weather forecast modeling suite, enhancing safety and security for Americans.Sciencehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/maine-partners-update-shoreline-maps-to-improve-coastal-planning-54904835e876/https://nrkz.space/news/story/maine-partners-update-shoreline-maps-to-improve-coastal-planning-54904835e876/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 20:10:05 GMT(Image credit: Peter Slovinsky, Maine Geological Survey) Download Image November 4, 2026 .Sciencehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/california-coastal-water-levels-break-records-f8969d06726c/https://nrkz.space/news/story/california-coastal-water-levels-break-records-f8969d06726c/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 19:59:59 GMT(Image credit: NOAA) Download Image November 4, 2026 . .Sciencehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/agile-deliberation-how-ai-helps-humans-define-the-gray-areas-09c40cbdb759/https://nrkz.space/news/story/agile-deliberation-how-ai-helps-humans-define-the-gray-areas-09c40cbdb759/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 18:10:39 GMTBecause standard, static AI benchmarks can’t capture subjective concepts, we bypassed simulated testing and evaluated Agile Deliberation across 18 live, 1.5-hour sessions with human participants.Technologyhttps://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-announces-ka-band-satellite-relay-awards-for-space-communications-ab404887a115/https://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-announces-ka-band-satellite-relay-awards-for-space-communications-ab404887a115/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 18:22:10 GMTNASA selected three companies to develop Ka-band space relay capability concepts, aiming to ensure service continuity for existing spacecraft without modifications. The awards are firm-fixed-price contracts with options for additional funding, supporting NASA's decision to retire the Tracking and Data Relay Satellite fleet and adopt commercial services for future missions. The awardees include Facilitated through the SCaN program's Communications Services Project, this work supports the need for Ka-band services for in-orbit missions that cannot feasibly modify flight hardware or transition to non-compatible commercial services.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-navigation-experiment-shows-promise-for-planetary-landings-ab7f6159295d/https://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-navigation-experiment-shows-promise-for-planetary-landings-ab7f6159295d/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 17:26:27 GMTNASA successfully tested technology designed to help spacecraft autonomously navigate to safe landing sites on the Moon and other planets. An Alta-X drone equipped with SPLICE guidance, navigation, and control payload completed simulated lunar descent and landing maneuvers. The system uses advanced guidance systems to assess potential landing areas and generate high-resolution digital elevation maps from light-detection and sensor data. This flight test is the culmination of almost a decade of work, raising the technology readiness level for integration into future missions.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-space-grant-students-fuel-agency-s-inspiration-tour-c8e96499cc64/https://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-space-grant-students-fuel-agency-s-inspiration-tour-c8e96499cc64/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 16:45:06 GMTNASA's Inspiration Tour brought students into the heart of the action, connecting the public, industry, and academia with NASA's leadership. At Iowa State University, students shared research findings and demonstrated their strong connection to NASA. At the University of Arizona, students presented their high-altitude ballooning research to NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman, highlighting their hands-on experience in space research and career connections.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/hubble-reveals-cosmic-mystery-7075eb26867d/https://nrkz.space/news/story/hubble-reveals-cosmic-mystery-7075eb26867d/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 16:19:12 GMTThis photo released on Nov. 2, 2026, showcases NGC 4449, a dwarf irregular.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-noaa-track-2026-antarctic-ozone-hole-ba1775431850/https://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-noaa-track-2026-antarctic-ozone-hole-ba1775431850/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 16:45:06 GMTEarth’s protective ozone layer remains on track for long-term recovery, despite atmospheric conditions that contributed to a larger Antarctic ozone hole in 2026, NASA and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) reported.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/before-the-dawn-in-america-s-heartland-6c9c75b33fa9/https://nrkz.space/news/story/before-the-dawn-in-america-s-heartland-6c9c75b33fa9/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 06:07:28 GMTAn astronaut aboard the International Space Station captured a wide-angle photo of the U.S. Midwest on October 18, 2026, illuminating major cities and interconnecting highways. The photo showcases the region's built environment, with a diffuse green and orange band visible along the horizon. The astronaut's photos and NASA's data are used to track changes in urban lighting, from power outages to transitions to LED lighting.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/mit-led-team-receives-funding-to-develop-a-wearable-monitor-for-early-disease-detection-0533f5d4876d/https://nrkz.space/news/story/mit-led-team-receives-funding-to-develop-a-wearable-monitor-for-early-disease-detection-0533f5d4876d/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 05:06:54 GMTMIT researchers will develop a noninvasive, wearable patch to monitor biomarkers of heart disease and sepsis. The project aims to provide real-time health information and assist in diagnosing and treating patients. The minimally invasive device could track recovery and assist in developing more effective therapeutic approaches. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S., while sepsis is the leading cause of death in hospitals.Technologyhttps://nrkz.space/news/story/featured-video-changing-the-conversation-about-endometriosis-fa3c3955bedd/https://nrkz.space/news/story/featured-video-changing-the-conversation-about-endometriosis-fa3c3955bedd/Tue, 03 Nov 2026 21:11:47 GMTThe film also profiles 20th century icon Marilyn Monroe, who struggled with endometriosis until her death in 1962 at age 36.Technologyhttps://nrkz.space/news/story/noaa-nasa-release-measurements-of-2026-ozone-hole-4fd5e03fc6ec/https://nrkz.space/news/story/noaa-nasa-release-measurements-of-2026-ozone-hole-4fd5e03fc6ec/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 15:02:22 GMTWith permission.) Atypical weather conditions caused the Antarctic ozone hole to grow to an unusually large size in 2026, NOAA and NASA scientists reported today, though they said the protective ozone layer is still on track to recover by later this century.Sciencehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/astronaut-and-earth-cdc665ae5120/https://nrkz.space/news/story/astronaut-and-earth-cdc665ae5120/Tue, 03 Nov 2026 17:07:59 GMTCanadian astronaut Joshua Kutryk completed the installation of the eighth and final roll-out solar array on the International Space Station on October 29, 2026. The eight arrays will increase the station's available power by up to 30%. The pair also performed some get-ahead work for their next spacewalk, which will take place on November 5, 2026.Sciencehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/tb-26-10-printed-circuit-board-assembly-chip-resistor-body-cracking-61bb1ccb077a/https://nrkz.space/news/story/tb-26-10-printed-circuit-board-assembly-chip-resistor-body-cracking-61bb1ccb077a/Tue, 03 Nov 2026 17:07:59 GMTNASA reports two instances of thick-film chip resistors cracking during environmental testing on printed circuit boards. The failures occurred during thermal cycling after vibration, with fractures along the short axis due to bending. Contributing factors include board flexure, component orientation, excessive solder, and mounting stresses. The bulletin recommends careful component placement, finite element analysis, controlled solder fillet height, thorough inspection, and functional thermal shock testing to mitigate flexure-induced cracking risks in ceramic body components on printed circuit boards.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-astronaut-stem-creator-connect-with-students-for-stem-day-b37cbeabc38b/https://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-astronaut-stem-creator-connect-with-students-for-stem-day-b37cbeabc38b/Tue, 03 Nov 2026 17:07:59 GMTStudents across the country will have the opportunity to connect with NASA astronaut Anil Menon and STEM content creator Mark Rober during a live, interactive in-flight call with the International Space Station. The event celebrates National STEM Day and features real-world science, engineering, and exploration into classrooms nationwide. The downlink supports NASA's broader effort to connect students with authentic STEM experiences and aims to inspire more learners to engage with science, engineering, and problem-solving skills for future opportunities in the aerospace sector and beyond.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/the-pacific-s-busy-storm-season-647549f4c6fd/https://nrkz.space/news/story/the-pacific-s-busy-storm-season-647549f4c6fd/Tue, 03 Nov 2026 17:07:59 GMTTropical cyclone activity in the Northwest Pacific Basin has been elevated since April 2026, when Sinlaku surged to super typhoon strength and battered Micronesia, Guam, and the Northern Mariana Islands.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/happy-65-years-nasa-s-johnson-space-center-then-and-now-79724c5608b9/https://nrkz.space/news/story/happy-65-years-nasa-s-johnson-space-center-then-and-now-79724c5608b9/Tue, 03 Nov 2026 17:07:59 GMTSixty-five years ago, a bold vision took root in Houston: a NASA center dedicated to human spaceflight.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/podcast-the-laser-that-could-break-the-laws-of-physics-735eb38c5458/https://nrkz.space/news/story/podcast-the-laser-that-could-break-the-laws-of-physics-735eb38c5458/Mon, 02 Nov 2026 21:33:22 GMTU.S. National Science Foundation-supported researcher Jonathan Zuegel discusses the future of high-powered laser research in the United States, the ambitious NSF Optical Parametric Amplifier Line (NSF OPAL) laser facility.Sciencehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/tb-26-09-measured-hammer-tap-inputs-e20622db362b/https://nrkz.space/news/story/tb-26-09-measured-hammer-tap-inputs-e20622db362b/Tue, 03 Nov 2026 17:07:59 GMTAn instrumented hammer test does not require an idealized single half-sine waveform. When the complete force and response are measured accurately, crest ripples and separated contacts remain known inputs. Adequacy depends on measurement accuracy, bandwidth, signal-to-noise ratio, and coverage of the test objective.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/powering-up-for-a-pivotal-moment-5fc0241e25c9/https://nrkz.space/news/story/powering-up-for-a-pivotal-moment-5fc0241e25c9/Mon, 02 Nov 2026 20:04:37 GMTFrom keynote speakers to panelists, seed grant innovators to startup entrepreneurs, the conference featured exemplars in all these categories.Technologyhttps://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-s-chapea-crew-returns-to-earth-8154aaa0c827/https://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-s-chapea-crew-returns-to-earth-8154aaa0c827/Tue, 03 Nov 2026 17:07:59 GMTThe four-member Crew Health and Performance Exploration Analog (CHAPEA) crew poses outside for the first time in more than a year following the end of their simulated Mars journey on Oct. 31, 2026.Sciencehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/what-s-up-november-2026-skywatching-tips-from-nasa-c1f7350195d9/https://nrkz.space/news/story/what-s-up-november-2026-skywatching-tips-from-nasa-c1f7350195d9/Tue, 03 Nov 2026 17:07:59 GMTCatch Taurid and Leonid meteors, spot Mars near Jupiter, celebrate Voyager 1's light-day milestone, and watch November's supermoon.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-invites-media-to-northrop-grumman-crs-25-station-resupply-launch-9afd0129ac20/https://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-invites-media-to-northrop-grumman-crs-25-station-resupply-launch-9afd0129ac20/Tue, 03 Nov 2026 17:07:59 GMTMedia accreditation is open for the next launch to deliver NASA science investigations, supplies, and equipment to the International Space Station.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/self-employed-solopreneur-nist-has-a-cybersecurity-guide-just-for-you-ea9ecc5119c8/https://nrkz.space/news/story/self-employed-solopreneur-nist-has-a-cybersecurity-guide-just-for-you-ea9ecc5119c8/Mon, 02 Nov 2026 14:23:38 GMTThe National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has published a guide specifically tailored for small businesses owned by a single employee, known as solopreneurs. The guide, titled 'Small Business Cybersecurity: Non-Employer Firms (NIST Cybersecurity White Paper 50)', aims to provide cybersecurity basics and actionable steps for solopreneurs to implement a small-business cybersecurity program without requiring extensive technical knowledge or significant financial investment. The publication is designed to help solopreneurs protect their businesses from cyberattacks.Technologyhttps://nrkz.space/news/story/a-flexible-new-route-to-designer-materials-built-from-nanoparticles-8ab749438eee/https://nrkz.space/news/story/a-flexible-new-route-to-designer-materials-built-from-nanoparticles-8ab749438eee/Mon, 02 Nov 2026 10:08:27 GMTMIT researchers have developed a new method to create designer materials from nanoparticles by using super-flexible connector molecules that can deform based on their surrounding environment. The technique allows for the creation of new kinds of nanoparticle-based materials with more versatility and control over their structure. The approach could offer a more efficient way to build designer materials for various applications such as photonics, chemical catalysis, medicine, agriculture, and more.Sciencehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/pennsylvania-s-grand-canyon-10b2cfbe9443/https://nrkz.space/news/story/pennsylvania-s-grand-canyon-10b2cfbe9443/Mon, 02 Nov 2026 05:52:24 GMTPennsylvania's Pine Creek Gorge, nicknamed the 'Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania,' is a scenic canyon with lush forests and colorful autumn foliage. It was formed by glaciers and has a 45-mile length from Ansonia to Waterville. The gorge features northern hardwood and mixed oak forests, with hemlock and white pine trees, and is known for its autumnal red and gold hues, reminiscent of the famous Arizona canyon.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/mit-engineers-design-a-safer-more-efficient-vaccination-system-for-farmed-fish-09573cf26432/https://nrkz.space/news/story/mit-engineers-design-a-safer-more-efficient-vaccination-system-for-farmed-fish-09573cf26432/Mon, 02 Nov 2026 05:13:05 GMTMIT researchers have developed a new vaccine delivery system for farmed fish, addressing the challenge of administering vaccines to fish, which are harder to vaccinate than cattle. The system uses water-resistant, food-grade microneedles that can penetrate fish skin and decompose, providing a precise and efficient way to deliver vaccines. The approach could help improve fish health and aquaculture production.Technologyhttps://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-releases-max-power-key-events-for-media-participants-41fa33a940a9/https://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-releases-max-power-key-events-for-media-participants-41fa33a940a9/Fri, 30 Oct 2026 20:01:20 GMTMAX POWER, America's newest aerospace expo, is set to kick off Nov. 6 at Kennedy Space Center, featuring NASA's quiet supersonic X-59 plane and Moon rover demonstrations. The expo includes family-friendly events and opportunities to meet experts. A news conference on Nov. 7 provides updates on the Moon Base, humanity's first lunar outpost for long-term exploration.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/study-pinpoints-states-with-steepest-warming-trends-since-1980-d1d9225d9bc1/https://nrkz.space/news/story/study-pinpoints-states-with-steepest-warming-trends-since-1980-d1d9225d9bc1/Fri, 30 Oct 2026 19:34:25 GMTGlobal warming, the observed increase in the Earth’s average global surface temperature since preindustrial (1850-1900) times, currently stands at around 1.63 degrees Celsius .Technologyhttps://nrkz.space/news/story/q-a-hey-ai-who-should-i-vote-for-this-year-3dbc47c31caa/https://nrkz.space/news/story/q-a-hey-ai-who-should-i-vote-for-this-year-3dbc47c31caa/Fri, 30 Oct 2026 19:09:42 GMTCould an AI chatbot sway a voter to switch parties or re-examine their political beliefs?Technologyhttps://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-s-james-webb-space-telescope-captures-eerie-cat-s-head-9fe773cbfea8/https://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-s-james-webb-space-telescope-captures-eerie-cat-s-head-9fe773cbfea8/Fri, 30 Oct 2026 15:59:35 GMTIntricate structures within the Cat’s Head Nebula are illuminated in this mid-infrared view from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope released on Oct. 29, 2026.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-explores-potential-commercial-servicing-for-hubble-telescope-7aa6dab03760/https://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-explores-potential-commercial-servicing-for-hubble-telescope-7aa6dab03760/Fri, 30 Oct 2026 15:59:35 GMTNASA issued a Request for Information Oct. 29 to learn more about industry capabilities for in-space servicing to support the agency’s Hubble Space Telescope.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/november-s-night-sky-notes-light-day-away-cf83ba876333/https://nrkz.space/news/story/november-s-night-sky-notes-light-day-away-cf83ba876333/Fri, 30 Oct 2026 11:07:16 GMTAs Voyager 2 continued toward Uranus and Neptune, Voyager 1 grabbed one more portrait of the solar system (excluding Mercury and Mars), including a final image of the pale blue dot we call home.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/mit-engineers-create-nanoparticles-for-delivering-personalized-cancer-vaccines-4a7112d2f79c/https://nrkz.space/news/story/mit-engineers-create-nanoparticles-for-delivering-personalized-cancer-vaccines-4a7112d2f79c/Fri, 30 Oct 2026 04:38:34 GMTA nanoscale particle with a unique structure, developed at MIT, holds potential as a customizable delivery vehicle for personalized cancer vaccines.Sciencehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/vega-island-frozen-in-fright-9917aa7e49dd/https://nrkz.space/news/story/vega-island-frozen-in-fright-9917aa7e49dd/Fri, 30 Oct 2026 05:00:39 GMTShrouded in ice in the lonely Weddell Sea, Vega Island is an eerie sight to behold.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/map-showing-potential-origins-of-martian-meteorite-teghaza-001-de440a441547/https://nrkz.space/news/story/map-showing-potential-origins-of-martian-meteorite-teghaza-001-de440a441547/Fri, 30 Oct 2026 00:59:12 GMTA global map of Mars reveals 13 locations matching the mineralogy and chemistry of Teghaza 001, an ancient Martian meteorite. While scientists can't be certain, the map suggests the meteorite originated in highlands in the southern hemisphere of Mars.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/slice-of-martian-meteorite-teghaza-001-9bbd0b7e7564/https://nrkz.space/news/story/slice-of-martian-meteorite-teghaza-001-9bbd0b7e7564/Fri, 30 Oct 2026 00:59:12 GMTThis slice of Teghaza 001, one of the most ancient Martian meteorites ever found on Earth, was used to determine the age of the rock. The slice contains minerals like iron-titanium oxides and pyroxene, which tell a story about the formation of Mars' crust and mantle. Shocked plagioclase is created by extreme pressures during impacts, including the one that sent Teghaza 001 flying through space to Earth. The alteration represents fine grain carbonate, sulfate and clay minerals formed on Earth.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/halloween-aboard-the-international-space-station-ed6e3d4d78ae/https://nrkz.space/news/story/halloween-aboard-the-international-space-station-ed6e3d4d78ae/Fri, 30 Oct 2026 00:59:12 GMTCrew members aboard the International Space Station dress up in Halloween-themed costumes, often inspired by materials available on board. The space station remains a vital scientific platform for future space exploration. Sciencehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-funded-study-details-one-of-oldest-mars-meteorites-ever-found-4b2c059bd94e/https://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-funded-study-details-one-of-oldest-mars-meteorites-ever-found-4b2c059bd94e/Fri, 30 Oct 2026 00:59:12 GMTNot until NASA-funded scientists age-dated its minerals did they realize the nearly 2-pound (800-gram) rock was a piece of Mars that formed more than 4.1 billion years ago, making it one of the oldest Martian meteorites ever found.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-names-troy-asher-armstrong-flight-research-center-director-6a8e8f4a60c5/https://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-names-troy-asher-armstrong-flight-research-center-director-6a8e8f4a60c5/Fri, 30 Oct 2026 00:59:12 GMTNASA Administrator Jared Isaacman has appointed Troy Asher as the new director of the agency's Armstrong Flight Research Center in Edwards, California. Asher, a veteran test pilot and aerospace engineer with extensive experience in flight research and operations, will lead the center in rebuilding NASA's X-plane portfolio and enhancing its flight-test capabilities. His appointment underscores his expertise in pushing the boundaries of flight and his commitment to advancing aerospace research.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/nih-nasa-qusafe-challenge-dbf41850dbae/https://nrkz.space/news/story/nih-nasa-qusafe-challenge-dbf41850dbae/Fri, 30 Oct 2026 00:59:12 GMTThe Quantum-Enabled Predictive Preclinical NAMs for Toxicity and Safety (QuSAFE) Challenge, a collaboration between the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and NASA, advances quantum-enabled sensing for in vitro NAMs, such as organoids and microphysiological systems (MPS), to improve drug safety while reducing animal use.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/kirby-struhar-caedd46062cf/https://nrkz.space/news/story/kirby-struhar-caedd46062cf/Mon, 02 Nov 2026 13:31:32 GMTSenior Advisor Across NOAA NOAA leadershipSciencehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/env-a-tu-nombre-a-tit-n-a-bordo-de-la-misi-n-dragonfly-de-la-nasa-624e1e1e3d1b/https://nrkz.space/news/story/env-a-tu-nombre-a-tit-n-a-bordo-de-la-misi-n-dragonfly-de-la-nasa-624e1e1e3d1b/Fri, 30 Oct 2026 00:59:12 GMTLa NASA invita al público a enviar su nombre a bordo de la aeronave de ala giratoria Dragonfly de la agencia y a formar parte de la primera misión científica que volará sobre la superficie de otro mundo para su exploración.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/send-your-name-to-titan-aboard-nasa-s-dragonfly-mission-dddd54e7732b/https://nrkz.space/news/story/send-your-name-to-titan-aboard-nasa-s-dragonfly-mission-dddd54e7732b/Fri, 30 Oct 2026 00:59:12 GMTYou may never soar under the clouds or over the organic sands of Saturn’s moon Titan, but your name can.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-s-isam-state-of-play-the-industry-standard-for-space-servicing-assembly-and-manufacturing-3f0b9c5fe755/https://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-s-isam-state-of-play-the-industry-standard-for-space-servicing-assembly-and-manufacturing-3f0b9c5fe755/Fri, 30 Oct 2026 00:59:12 GMTWhen companies began approaching NASA’s Langley Research Center, asking to be included in the In-Space Servicing, Assembly, and Manufacturing (ISAM) State of Play for access to competitive intelligence, the team knew they had crossed an inflection point.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-s-hubble-marks-way-for-roman-space-telescope-119a52c546de/https://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-s-hubble-marks-way-for-roman-space-telescope-119a52c546de/Fri, 30 Oct 2026 00:59:12 GMTThis observation is one of many gravitational lensing images taken by NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope in preparation for science with the new Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope .Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/ghostly-cat-s-head-nebula-lurks-within-sight-of-hubble-and-webb-e0d9543d681c/https://nrkz.space/news/story/ghostly-cat-s-head-nebula-lurks-within-sight-of-hubble-and-webb-e0d9543d681c/Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:06:07 GMTThe two telescopes offer complementary views of the shadowy form, nicknamed the Cat’s Head Nebula, which reflects the 'magical'' process of star formation.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/contractor-to-civil-servant-nasa-welcomes-jared-spiers-7046869d7610/https://nrkz.space/news/story/contractor-to-civil-servant-nasa-welcomes-jared-spiers-7046869d7610/Thu, 29 Oct 2026 13:54:55 GMTJared Spiers, a contractor who grew up near NASA's Stennis Space Center, graduated from Pearl River Community College and joined NASA as a civil servant. He worked on the Thad Cochran Test Stand, helping prepare for the Artemis II mission that sent astronauts farther in space than ever before. Spiers' hands-on experience with the rocket was a significant part of the foundation for this mission.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/magnetic-sensors-track-muscle-movement-for-better-prosthetic-limb-control-0b4b10cb796c/https://nrkz.space/news/story/magnetic-sensors-track-muscle-movement-for-better-prosthetic-limb-control-0b4b10cb796c/Thu, 29 Oct 2026 10:12:56 GMTMIT researchers have developed magnetic sensors that track muscle movement, potentially improving control of prosthetic limbs for individuals with amputations. The new system offers more accurate measurements than current methods, which could lead to commercial development of neuroprosthetic limbs. Previous methods relied on surface electrodes, which were not reliable for walking with neuroprosthetic legs.Technologyhttps://nrkz.space/news/story/arnab-strikes-india-e9bfba10ec08/https://nrkz.space/news/story/arnab-strikes-india-e9bfba10ec08/Thu, 29 Oct 2026 04:53:03 GMTThe first named storm of the 2026 North Indian Ocean cyclone season—Arnab (pronounced Or-nab)—emerged in the Bay of Bengal on October 25, a rather late start for a basin that typically produces named cyclones in April or May.Sciencehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/new-system-gives-users-more-control-over-their-online-experience-11b68ff7abfe/https://nrkz.space/news/story/new-system-gives-users-more-control-over-their-online-experience-11b68ff7abfe/Thu, 29 Oct 2026 04:09:31 GMTSocial.Wiki employs a decentralized infrastructure that allows users to retain ownership of their data as they create, edit, and navigate social websites within the platform.Technologyhttps://nrkz.space/news/story/caltech-names-artemis-ii-commander-reid-wiseman-as-nasa-jpl-deputy-2d88ce8f7f5e/https://nrkz.space/news/story/caltech-names-artemis-ii-commander-reid-wiseman-as-nasa-jpl-deputy-2d88ce8f7f5e/Thu, 29 Oct 2026 03:18:03 GMTArtemis II Commander Reid Wiseman has been named Caltech associate vice president and deputy director of NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Southern California.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-welcomes-vietnam-as-newest-artemis-accords-signatory-04fe104cafb4/https://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-welcomes-vietnam-as-newest-artemis-accords-signatory-04fe104cafb4/Wed, 28 Oct 2026 22:20:37 GMTVietnam became the 78th nation to sign the Artemis Accords, joining a coalition of like-minded nations committed to peaceful, transparent, and responsible space exploration. NASA Deputy Administrator Matt Anderson welcomed Vietnam's participation, emphasizing the alignment on principles and opportunities for collaboration. Vietnam's Minister of Science and Technology signed the accords during the Vietnam International Digital Week. The partnership extends over 30 years of cooperation, advancing peace, stability, and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/capturing-the-complete-process-of-embryonic-development-0a6c84210d9a/https://nrkz.space/news/story/capturing-the-complete-process-of-embryonic-development-0a6c84210d9a/Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:46:16 GMTBut what if instead of taking snapshots, they could watch the entire process unfold?Technologyhttps://nrkz.space/news/story/artemis-iii-sls-core-stage-joins-boosters-at-kennedy-132dca1045a7/https://nrkz.space/news/story/artemis-iii-sls-core-stage-joins-boosters-at-kennedy-132dca1045a7/Wed, 28 Oct 2026 19:15:48 GMTNASA's Artemis III SLS core stage was integrated with twin solid rocket boosters on Oct. 28 at Kennedy Space Center. The core stage will be tested with liquid hydrogen and liquid oxygen fuel before a tanking test to practice countdown procedures and rendezvous and docking capabilities. The mission aims to test rendezvous and docking between Orion and commercial spacecraft before future Moon missions.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/how-the-biggest-alzheimer-s-risk-gene-disrupts-the-process-of-insulating-neurons-d3a80cb5d7e8/https://nrkz.space/news/story/how-the-biggest-alzheimer-s-risk-gene-disrupts-the-process-of-insulating-neurons-d3a80cb5d7e8/Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:30:39 GMTA new study from MIT reveals how the APOE4 gene variant disrupts the process of insulating neurons with a fatty sheath, leading to impaired electrical transmission. The research identifies a specific molecular pathway, Wnt signaling, as a key factor in this disruption and demonstrates an intervention to prevent it in lab experiments. The study provides insights into cellular pathways contributing to lipid metabolism defects and has potential for drug development.Technologyhttps://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-university-challenge-ignites-trajectory-of-drone-entrepreneur-23fc4b02995c/https://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-university-challenge-ignites-trajectory-of-drone-entrepreneur-23fc4b02995c/Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:17:10 GMTFive years ago, Michigan State University engineering student Gavin Gardner was researching drone technology as part of a NASA grant. He faced financial challenges in the research, but now he's using those lessons to found AG3 Labs, a drone company for military training exercises. The NASA University Student Research Challenge (USRC) provides grants to teams of college students in engineering and entrepreneurship.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/a-soft-robot-could-help-doctors-diagnose-and-treat-disorders-of-the-small-intestine-a912ef7f01eb/https://nrkz.space/news/story/a-soft-robot-could-help-doctors-diagnose-and-treat-disorders-of-the-small-intestine-a912ef7f01eb/Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:17:10 GMTDisorders of the small intestine are often difficult to diagnose and treat.Technologyhttps://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-selects-19-new-citizen-science-proposals-in-2026-64d1caf6b34e/https://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-selects-19-new-citizen-science-proposals-in-2026-64d1caf6b34e/Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:43:37 GMTSo far, 2026 has seen a flood of successes for volunteers who do NASA science, exemplifying NASA’s commitment to gold-standard science—transparent, reproducible and intrinsically collaborative.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/webb-sees-turbulent-star-nursery-8ca2f0d9390b/https://nrkz.space/news/story/webb-sees-turbulent-star-nursery-8ca2f0d9390b/Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:42:51 GMTIn this Webb image released on Oct. 22, 2026, we see a turbulent cauldron of star formation filled with dense clumps of gas.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/curiosity-blog-sols-5043-5049-preparing-to-drill-at-nazca-04104e8e8863/https://nrkz.space/news/story/curiosity-blog-sols-5043-5049-preparing-to-drill-at-nazca-04104e8e8863/Wed, 28 Oct 2026 06:11:48 GMTFollowing the Basque Lakes drill campaign, Curiosity has returned to a spot just a few meters away from the 'Chiu Chiu' block to conduct its next drill campaign. The newly named 'Nazca' site is jam-packed with 'disc- and needle-' shaped lumps, providing clues about the temperature and availability of salts and fluids at the time of growth. The drill preload test is planned to obtain detailed 3D models of the crystal forms and compositional information from deeper layers within a nearby crystal-form-rich target.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/the-land-of-the-standing-up-rocks-aa30c4ded451/https://nrkz.space/news/story/the-land-of-the-standing-up-rocks-aa30c4ded451/Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:17:54 GMTSome 27 million years ago, a volcano in what's now southeastern Arizona unleashed a spectacular series of eruptions, strewing more than 1,000 times as much volcanic material across the landscape as Mount St. Helens did in 1980.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/podcast-the-future-of-electronics-goes-beyond-circuit-boards-6afcd2fe4e37/https://nrkz.space/news/story/podcast-the-future-of-electronics-goes-beyond-circuit-boards-6afcd2fe4e37/Tue, 27 Oct 2026 21:31:06 GMTNew and ambitious ideas lay the foundation for the next generation of technologies.Sciencehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-invites-media-to-crew-completion-of-yearlong-mars-simulation-71e6962cecf6/https://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-invites-media-to-crew-completion-of-yearlong-mars-simulation-71e6962cecf6/Tue, 27 Oct 2026 19:43:19 GMTNASA invites media to watch the crew of four volunteers who lived and worked in a simulated Mars mission for over a year depart their habitat on Saturday, Oct. 31. The crew, including Ross Elder, Ellen Ellis, James Spicer, and Matthew Montgomery, will exit the Crew Health and Performance Exploration Analog (CHAPEA) mission habitat, which simulated Mars mission operations, exercise, and other activities under stressors that future deep space crews will likely experience. The CHAPEA mission is part of NASA's Artemis and Moon Base missions.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/new-dwarf-planet-candidate-discovered-by-nsf-doe-rubin-observatory-54f31a9a4447/https://nrkz.space/news/story/new-dwarf-planet-candidate-discovered-by-nsf-doe-rubin-observatory-54f31a9a4447/Tue, 27 Oct 2026 18:54:15 GMTRubin Observatory has found a large object that scientists have identified as a possible dwarf planet.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-s-neo-surveyor-sunshade-6f7b94d4e0f7/https://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-s-neo-surveyor-sunshade-6f7b94d4e0f7/Tue, 27 Oct 2026 18:11:03 GMTA technician inspects the large sunshade of NASA’s Near-Earth Object (NEO) Surveyor mission in this image released on Oct. 26, 2026.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/the-sleep-framework-a-new-way-for-llms-to-retain-knowledge-in-continual-learning-b49ec3bd8394/https://nrkz.space/news/story/the-sleep-framework-a-new-way-for-llms-to-retain-knowledge-in-continual-learning-b49ec3bd8394/Tue, 27 Oct 2026 17:35:50 GMTWe introduce a sleep phase in continual learning, enabling large language models to continuously integrate new facts and enhance reasoning while mitigating catastrophic forgetting. Modern LLMs achieve impressive performance via pre-training and in-context learning, but remain static after deployment. The sleep framework allows LLMs to continuously acquire new facts, retain long-context knowledge up to 10M tokens, and improve complex reasoning.Sciencehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/dead-star-and-planetary-bodies-astronomers-spot-unique-disc-of-debris-that-foretells-solar-syst-7e370a167d89/https://nrkz.space/news/story/dead-star-and-planetary-bodies-astronomers-spot-unique-disc-of-debris-that-foretells-solar-syst-7e370a167d89/Sun, 01 Nov 2026 22:34:30 GMTAstronomers using the European Southern Observatory’s Very Large Telescope (ESO’s VLT) have found a rare disc of debris around a dead star that provides a glimpse of what may happen to our Solar System.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/nist-report-provides-guidelines-for-transition-to-post-quantum-cryptography-standards-73a3b515772d/https://nrkz.space/news/story/nist-report-provides-guidelines-for-transition-to-post-quantum-cryptography-standards-73a3b515772d/Tue, 27 Oct 2026 13:29:07 GMTThe National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has released a guide to help organizations switch to post-quantum cryptography (PQC) standards, which are designed to withstand future quantum computer attacks. The report outlines NIST's approach and timelines for the transition, focusing on different use cases and migration strategies. The document aims to inform federal agencies, industry partners, and standards organizations about the changes needed during the modernization of cryptographic systems.Sciencehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/how-a-johnson-mentor-shapes-the-next-generation-of-nasa-talent-53cb4bae6e91/https://nrkz.space/news/story/how-a-johnson-mentor-shapes-the-next-generation-of-nasa-talent-53cb4bae6e91/Tue, 27 Oct 2026 07:32:45 GMTIn honor of National Mentoring Day on Oct. 27, Bhardwaj reflects on how Cohen’s advice and support has shaped her internship experience at Johnson.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/origami-based-construction-method-yields-lightweight-load-bearing-structures-on-architectural-s-8cedd51707f2/https://nrkz.space/news/story/origami-based-construction-method-yields-lightweight-load-bearing-structures-on-architectural-s-8cedd51707f2/Tue, 27 Oct 2026 04:01:16 GMTIt could also be used to develop strong, lightweight components for airplanes or modular robots, or architectural elements like sound-dampening panels and building facades.Technologyhttps://nrkz.space/news/story/a-81-reaches-south-georgia-3a3dad32dd0e/https://nrkz.space/news/story/a-81-reaches-south-georgia-3a3dad32dd0e/Tue, 27 Oct 2026 05:09:26 GMTOthers, like Iceberg A-81, make a faster exit, heading north out of the Weddell Sea along a route well-traveled by the region’s bergs.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/j-pal-north-america-launches-homelessness-evaluation-resource-hub-to-drive-evidence-informed-ap-297bbe5f4053/https://nrkz.space/news/story/j-pal-north-america-launches-homelessness-evaluation-resource-hub-to-drive-evidence-informed-ap-297bbe5f4053/Mon, 26 Oct 2026 23:18:28 GMTJ-PAL North America launches a free resource hub to provide evidence-informed tools for reducing homelessness and improving housing stability. The hub aims to equip decision-makers with foundational resources on leveraging evidence to reduce homelessness and improve housing stability. It is a public repository of multimedia content developed with a grant from Google.org. The hub is hosted by J-PAL North America on Oct. 27 and aims to increase access to evidence-informed paths to housing stability.Technologyhttps://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-s-perseverance-views-dust-at-neretva-vallis-577fd304a66d/https://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-s-perseverance-views-dust-at-neretva-vallis-577fd304a66d/Tue, 27 Oct 2026 00:02:24 GMTNASA's Perseverance rover captured a 360-degree view of Neretva Vallis, a dusty landscape on Mars, on May 20, 2024. The enhanced-color image shows the area as it was billions of years ago, when it was a river channel feeding into Jezero Crater. This work was done by Arizona State University, Malin Space Science Systems, and the Niels Bohr Institute. The rover was built by NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/tinga-s-tale-065478d1162a/https://nrkz.space/news/story/tinga-s-tale-065478d1162a/Mon, 26 Oct 2026 22:09:38 GMTThe lowermost unit is likely a polymict (made of many types of rocks) breccia (made of angular clasts).Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-s-perseverance-offers-clues-to-protect-crews-from-mars-dust-dfc519dd5290/https://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-s-perseverance-offers-clues-to-protect-crews-from-mars-dust-dfc519dd5290/Mon, 26 Oct 2026 21:36:09 GMTNASA's Perseverance rover has measured fine and ultrafine Martian dust particles, including those small enough to penetrate the lungs, aiding in spacesuit and habitat design, and informing crew health standards for future Mars missions. The findings, published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, could improve existing designs before the first American astronauts arrive on Mars.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/neo-surveyor-s-sunshade-gets-inspected-83b9dd1ec61f/https://nrkz.space/news/story/neo-surveyor-s-sunshade-gets-inspected-83b9dd1ec61f/Mon, 26 Oct 2026 22:09:38 GMTThe large sunshade of NASA’s Near-Earth Object (NEO) Surveyor is mounted on an assembly ring during inspections in a clean room at BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems in Boulder, Colorado, in July 2026.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/solar-cells-inspected-on-nasa-s-neo-surveyor-c1f263340d4a/https://nrkz.space/news/story/solar-cells-inspected-on-nasa-s-neo-surveyor-c1f263340d4a/Mon, 26 Oct 2026 22:09:38 GMTThe large sunshade of NASA’s Near-Earth Object (NEO) Surveyor mission is inspected by a technician at BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems in Boulder, Colorado, in late July.Sciencehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-sees-interns-tackle-real-world-challenges-in-lunar-exploration-ba3544ba4631/https://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-sees-interns-tackle-real-world-challenges-in-lunar-exploration-ba3544ba4631/Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:01:08 GMTThe NASA STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) Enhancement in Earth Science (SEES) Internship Program at the University of Texas Center for Space Research places high school students on small, mission-focused research teams mentored by NASA, academic, and industry experts.Spacehttps://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-invites-media-to-moon-landing-simulation-experience-in-california-89b82efc97f5/https://nrkz.space/news/story/nasa-invites-media-to-moon-landing-simulation-experience-in-california-89b82efc97f5/Mon, 26 Oct 2026 17:38:42 GMTNASA invites media to a new lunar landing simulation at Ames Research Center in California's Silicon Valley. The simulation uses motion-based simulators to prepare astronauts and engineering teams for commercial human landing systems. The Artemis program aims for the next lunar landing in 2028. Media will have the opportunity to participate in a Vertical Motion Simulator ride-along and interview experts.Space