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As of August 8, 2025, the conversation around NASA’s future is buzzing, and at its heart lies a crucial element: funding. It’s a topic that touches on our deepest curiosities about the universe and our place within it. My background in atmospheric science has always drawn me to the big picture, and for many of … Read more
You know, sometimes the most ambitious scientific ideas take a truly staggering amount of time to even begin to realize. Today, August 7th, 2025, I stumbled across a plan that’s both mind-bogglingly long-term and surprisingly down-to-earth in its concept: sending a tiny, laser-powered spacecraft to visit a black hole. This isn’t some far-off sci-fi dream; … Read more
Did you know that NASA is aiming to put a nuclear reactor on the Moon by 2030? It sounds like science fiction, but it’s a real plan to power a permanent human base on our closest celestial neighbor. Why the Moon Needs a Nuclear Reactor Life on the Moon isn’t easy. One of the biggest … Read more
Did you know that NASA is aiming to put a nuclear reactor on the Moon by 2030? This isn’t science fiction; it’s a serious plan to power a permanent human presence on our closest celestial neighbor. Why a Nuclear Reactor? The Moon presents unique energy challenges. For starters, a lunar day and night cycle lasts … Read more
It’s pretty amazing to think about what we can see from space. On August 3rd, 2025, a stunning photograph was shared that truly captures this – a single image showing not one, not two, but THREE galaxies, all while also framing our own planet and its atmosphere. This isn’t just a beautiful picture; it’s a … Read more
The roar of the engines, the anticipation of a new frontier – space exploration has a way of capturing our imagination. But behind the spectacle of missions like Artemis II, there’s a grounded reality that the astronauts themselves are keenly aware of. As NASA navigates budget constraints and workforce challenges, the crew of Artemis II … Read more