Science and Exploration

Space Technology

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Diverse students and researchers collaborating on advanced space technology projects, with holographic displays of the Moon and Mars, symbolizing NASA's M-STAR initiative.
Space & Astronomy

NASA award boosts space tech research, forging new frontiers

NASA has just opened a new funding window specifically designed to empower minority universities, aiming to accelerate space technology development for missions to the Moon and Mars.

Mateo Rojas·June 12, 2026
A futuristic CubeSat in orbit, powered by a green dual-mode engine combining electrospray and chemical propulsion, highlighting advanced space technology.
Space & Astronomy

MIT Engineers Develop Green Dual-Mode Engine for CubeSats

At MIT, engineers have developed a CubeSat engine that achieved a specific impulse of 600 seconds with electrospray thrusters, all while running both chemical and electric modes from a single tank of

Dr. Elena Ortiz·June 7, 2026
A futuristic NASA lunar rover driving on the Moon's surface near a lander, with Earth visible in the sky.
Space & Astronomy

NASA awards millions for lunar rovers and landers

NASA awarded over $400 million to two private companies for lunar terrain vehicles alone, accelerating the push towards a permanent Moon base by 2032.

Jina Park·May 28, 2026
A robotic satellite arm servicing another satellite in geostationary orbit with Earth visible below, symbolizing the future of space asset management.
Space & Astronomy

DARPA readies robotic GEO repair satellite in 2026

In a move set to redefine space operations, DARPA and Northrop Grumman are preparing to launch the United States' first robotic servicer, the RSGS demonstrator, as soon as summer 2026.

Dr. Elena Ortiz·May 25, 2026