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Meet Crew-14!
NASA astronauts Kayla Barron and Chris Birch, JAXA (Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency) astronaut Makoto Suwa, and Roscosmos cosmonaut Arutyun Kiviryan will lift off to the @Space_Station no earlier than March 2027.
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This galaxy is a little extra.
Meet Messier 106, a spiral galaxy with an extra set of arms. These two additional arms are made of gas heated up by jets from the galaxy’s central black hole. The jets’ superheated shockwaves are depicted in royal blue by @chandraxray.
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Due to an ongoing commercial spacecraft attitude control issue, the LINK spacecraft will not capture or boost NASA’s Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory to a higher altitude as planned. Read more about next steps:
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LIVE: @astro_anil and @Soph_astro are going on a spacewalk to replace an antenna outside the International Space Station. Today's six-and-a-half-hour spacewalk is scheduled to begin at around 8:35am ET (1235 UTC).
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Our next space telescope is launching in just under two weeks!
In the first episode of our NASA's Curious Universe podcast series on @NASARoman, we get to know the telescope's namesake and what cosmic mysteries it will help us to unravel.
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Tomorrow, two astronauts will be going on a spacewalk!
Beginning at about 8:35am ET (1235 UTC), astronauts @Astro_Anil and @Soph_Astro will step outside the @Space_Station to replace a communications antenna. Tune in at 7am ET (1100 UTC):
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America’s newest and most exciting aerospace technology expo and air show is landing @NASAKennedy in Florida on Nov. 7-8. Make plans to join us for MAX POWER!
Get the details:
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If you're fortunate enough to be in the path of tomorrow's total solar eclipse, we're here to help you capture the moment!
Learn how to take the best photos with these tips from our photography experts.
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The Andromeda galaxy isn't making stars like it used to. A new study using @NASAHubble data shows that star formation in Andromeda has been slowing down over the last 40 million years:
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We've finished fueling up our @NASARoman telescope, bringing it one step closer to its targeted liftoff on Aug. 30.
Learn more about the process and find out what's next for our mystery-solving mission:
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There is more than meets the eye in this photo…
The ring around the central galaxy cluster is evidence of dark matter, the invisible glue holding the universe together. Dark matter doesn’t emit, reflect, or absorb light, but it has gravity like ordinary matter. 🧵
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During his eight months aboard the @Space_Station, @Astro_ChrisW conducted numerous experiments to improve life on Earth and prepare us for future space missions.
From cancer research to advancing technology, read about Williams’ work in orbit:
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Check! ✔️
For the first time, scientists used our IXPE telescope to measure the magnetic field of a pulsar—a spinning neutron star—located in the Lighthouse Nebula. This data helps us understand the structure of these extreme cosmic objects.
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The stars and stripes of our universe 🌟
For America’s 250th birthday, @chandraxray released four new views of the cosmos in red, white, and blue—with data from three of them translated into sound. Check them out:
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There will be more than just fireworks to see in the night sky this month!
You can look forward to these celestial sights in July:
- A lunar-planetary alignment
- A visiting comet
- A good look at Saturn and the Milky Way
Happy skywatching!
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For 250 years, America has pushed the boundaries of what’s possible. From the invention of the airplane to the first steps on the Moon and the missions shaping tomorrow, NASA embodies the fearless spirit of discovery that defines our Nation.
As we celebrate America's 250th with @Freedom250, we honor the innovation, courage, and scientific leadership that have propelled America forward. NASA continues to expand the frontier for the next generation.
🚀 The countdown to America’s 250th starts now. Just 3 days to go.
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We are at the Great American State Fair in Washington, D.C.!
Discover the technology and science driving our most exciting missions by visiting the NASA Pavilion—today through July 10:
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Sparkly, swirly, and surprising 🌌
@ChandraXray data shows that this galaxy, Messier 83, is unusual. Over 20 of its supernova remnants – remains from star explosions – vary drastically in X-ray brightness. Typically, the remnants' brightness would fade slowly over time.
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The official FIFA World Cup ball went to space!
We're working to inspire the next generation by showing how space exploration inspires innovation in sports science — and everyday life. Learn more:
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