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Analyzing Medical Samples Feb 03, 2022

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If humans are destined for deep space, we need to understand how living in space affects health. To do that, astronauts must be able to analyze medical samples themselves.

From the Vantage of Space Feb 02, 2022

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Several Earth-observing satellites captured images of this powerful volcanic eruption in the South Pacific.

Shadows Feb 01, 2022

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Every February 2, thousands of people travel to Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania to celebrate a quirky little holiday called Groundhog Day.

Safely at L2 Jan 31, 2022

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JWST has safely arrived at its new home, nearly 1 million miles from Earth.

Overrunning the Runway Jan 28, 2022

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To improve runway safety, a graded section at the end of commercial airport runways helps stop a plane in the event an aircraft overruns the landing area.

Improvements for High Flyers Jan 27, 2022

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Taking to the sky is what NASA does best and NASA’s technology portfolio includes design improvements for the next generation of UAVs.

Fishhook Fingers Jan 26, 2022

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LEMUR has led to a new generation of walking, climbing, and crawling robots that could be used on future missions.

Plugging into the Cloud Jan 25, 2022

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Researchers built this cloud controller from scratch using technology that is free and available to all.

Springing into Action Jan 24, 2022

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A moment of serendipity helped researchers spring into action.

Structural Health Jan 21, 2022

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While other NASA sensors can be used to monitor a vessel’s structural health, this sensor is a natural fit for monitoring engine rooms on ships at sea.

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