Ingenuity Mars Helicopter spots Perseverance from above
Can you see NASA's newest rover in this picture from Jezero Crater?.....»»
Anker’s new Nebula Mars 3 projector is impressively bright and outdoor ready
Anker has announced today that preorders are open for its Nebula Mars 3 portable outdoor smart projector, which boasts 1,000 lumens and a 5-hour battery......»»
NASA"s Curiosity captures Martian morning, afternoon in new "postcard"
After completing a major software update in April, NASA's Curiosity Mars rover took a last look at "Marker Band Valley" before leaving it behind, capturing a "postcard" of the scene......»»
ESA’s Mars Express celebrates 20 years with beautiful global mosaic
The European Space Agency’s Mars Express has studied the Red Planet for 20 years. It’s hard to believe it has been that long, but the … The post ESA’s Mars Express celebrates 20 years with beautiful global mosaic appeared first on BGR.....»»
Study explores magnetosheath jets on Mars
Magnetosheath jets on Earth are plasma entities that have a higher dynamic pressure surrounding the plasma and can cause waves that transfer energy within such environments. Such jets also exist beyond Earth in the magnetosheath of Mars, as observed.....»»
Mars isn"t as red as you might have thought
For good reason, Mars has earned the nickname the Red Planet: Its ruddy color comes from high levels of oxidized iron, the same crusty stuff people observe on old, corroded metal.But a new mosaic image of Mars shows Earth's neighbor as much more than.....»»
Crocodile"s "virgin birth" is a first for science"s history books
Stories of virgin births, where young are produced without fertilization, have been told throughout history. Mars the ancient Roman god, Horus the ancient Egyptian god and Qi from ancient Chinese mythology were all born to virgins. But virgin births.....»»
Researchers map the blind spots for achieving a low-carbon transition in the Global South
A network of over 60 international researchers has collaborated intensely over 18 months to identify knowledge gaps and opportunities needed to achieve a low-carbon transition in the Global South. They have developed an actionable research agenda to.....»»
Using photosynthesis for Martian occupation—while making space travel more sustainable
Researchers are working on sustainable technology to harvest solar power in space—which could supplement life support systems on the moon and Mars......»»
NASA’s Apollo 11 moon quarantine was hiding a dangerous secret
According to a new study, return protocols for the landmark space mission weren’t as safe as we were told. It’s something to consider as we eye Mars. In the summer of 1969, after Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins took th.....»»
Researchers discover jet streams in Mars" magnetosheath
A research team from Umeå University and the Swedish Institute of Space Physics in Kiruna has discovered jet streams in the magnetosheath of Mars using data collected by NASA's MAVEN spacecraft. This is the first time such a jet has been found in th.....»»
How and why NASA gives a name to every spot it studies on Mars
Martian maps are full of monikers recognizing places on Earth, explorers, and even cartoon characters......»»
In unusual orca sighting, tour spots at least 20 killer whales off San Francisco
An uncommonly large grouping of orcas for Northern California—roughly two dozen killer whales—were spotted by a whale watching tour off the coast of San Francisco last month, likely gathered together to celebrate a successful hunt for sea lions o.....»»
Twenty years of Mars Express images help build mosaic of the red planet
The Mars Express orbiter, the European Space Agency's (ESA) first interplanetary mission, entered orbit around Mars on June 2nd, 2003. Since then, the probe has mapped the Martian surface using its High-Resolution Stereo Camera (HRSC), an instrument.....»»
New report examines gun violence "hot spots" in Houston area
A new report by Rice University's Baker Institute for Public Policy sheds light on the reality of gun violence in the Houston area......»»
Is frying food possible in space?
The food we eat determines how we feel, and nothing beats a good fry-up, although in moderation of course. As we prepare for missions to the moon and on to Mars, astronauts will be happy to hear from researchers that one staple comfort food is not ou.....»»
Where to watch Stars on Mars live stream for free
12 celebrities head to a simulated version of the red planet to colonize, compete, and conquer in the new reality series, Stars on Mars......»»
James Webb spots huge plumes of water from Saturn’s moon Enceladus
The entire moon of Enceladus is just over 300 miles across. And yet the plume Webb observed spanned more than 6,000 miles......»»
First-of-its-kind Mars livestream by ESA spacecraft interrupted at times by rain on Earth
A European spacecraft around Mars sent its first livestream from the red planet to Earth on Friday to mark the 20th anniversary of its launch, but rain in Spain interfered at times......»»
NASA lost contact with Mars Ingenuity helicopter for a week — but it’s OK now
NASA recently lost contact with the Ingenuity helicopter on Mars for a week, and the team had to work fast to avoid a collision with the rover......»»
NASA’s Year-Long Mars Simulation Is a Test of Mental Mettle
Four people will cohabitate in a small prototype Martian dwelling, mimicking the isolation and stresses of life on the Red Planet......»»