NASA
Newfound exoplanet may turn to dust
May 18, 2012
A planet’s dust cloud may explain strange patterns of light from its star.
First light from a super-Earth spotted
May 8, 2012
Detection reveals a searing planet.
A close-up view of Mercury
March 22, 2012
Researchers find the planet may have had a dynamic past.
Also labeled: Astronomy, Space, astronomy and planetary science, Collaboration, Mercury, Solar system
X-ray monitoring mission comes to an end
March 13, 2012
The RXTE satellite retires after 16 years.
Also labeled: Astronomy, Astrophysics, Kavli Institute, Neutron Stars, Physics, Research, Satellites, Space, astronomy and planetary science, X-ray
Mysterious electron acceleration explained
February 27, 2012
Computer simulation identifies source of aurora-causing high-speed electrons in space
What drove the lunar dynamo?
January 27, 2012
Research supports theory that the moon’s molten core was likely sustained by an alternative power source.
Robots go head to head, 250 miles above Earth
January 25, 2012
Third annual Zero Robotics competition pits robots against each other on the International Space Station.
Also labeled: Aeronautical and astronautical engineering, Algorithms, Alumni/ae, Astronauts, Contests and academic competitions, Education, teaching, academics, Robots, Space, astronomy and planetary science, Special events and guest speakers, Students, Video, Volunteering, outreach, public service, International Space Station
From Earth to the Moon
January 6, 2012
MIT-led GRAIL mission enters lunar obit
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