Nation Jan 26 Astronaut who spent a year in space discusses readjusting to life back on Earth Astronauts of the future could be sent on missions to the moon and Mars that take years, but living in space that long poses all kinds of physical and psychological challenges. NASA is trying to learn as much as it…
Science Sep 25 What scientists hope to learn from asteroid sample returned to Earth on NASA spacecraft You may have heard about a NASA probe that successfully brought some samples from a deep-space asteroid back to Earth. It took four billion miles to get them, but researchers believe it will be worth it. You also may be…
Science Jul 12 James Webb Space Telescope prompts scientists to rethink understanding of the universe Wednesday marks a year since the world first started seeing spectacular images of the cosmos that were captured by the powerful James Webb Space Telescope. But getting those images is only part of the important work being done by the…
Nation Feb 01 20 years later, Mark Kelly reflects on the space shuttle Columbia disaster Wednesday marks 20 years since the space shuttle Columbia disintegrated on its way home. The tragedy not only killed all seven astronauts on board but also was the beginning of the end for the space shuttle program and changed how…
Science Nov 16 NASA’s Artemis rocket finally lifts off after political, financial, technical delays For the first time in half a century, NASA is starting to make its way back to a lunar landing. The Artemis rocket was finally able to launch early Wednesday morning after prior delays, sending an unmanned capsule around the…
Science Sep 29 Companies raising salmon on land face pushback over sustainability and genetic engineering As demand grows for seafood, the business of fish farming is growing. Companies are raising and harvesting salmon on land, sparking pushback over sustainability and genetic engineering. Science correspondent Miles O'Brien has the second of a two-part look at what's…
Science Aug 25 Burgeoning salmon farming industry sparks controversy over pollution and sustainability There has been a growing appetite around the world for fish. But that growth in demand is raising all kinds of questions and concerns for the industry about sustainability and impact. Science correspondent Miles O'Brien has the first of a…
Science May 17 Russia’s invasion of Ukraine jeopardizes the future of the International Space Station NASA is aiming to expand its astronaut launches from U.S. soil. Boeing is set for a test launch this week of its small spacecraft to the International Space Station. Russia and America have long been partners on the space station,…
Science Apr 20 Could hydrogen be the clean fuel of the future? As leaders around the world search for cleaner energy solutions to fight climate change, a question has emerged: Could hydrogen be the clean fuel of the future? Planes, trains, cars and buses need lighter and longer-lasting power than batteries can…
Science Dec 24 NASA’s James Webb telescope poised to launch new golden age of astronomy While kids across the U.S. will wake up tomorrow looking for gifts under the tree, NASA is hoping to celebrate with its own Christmas present a little higher up. The launch of their James Webb Space Telescope is slated for…