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Space documentaries cover topics from terrestrial life to interstellar travel.

7 Fascinating Space Documentaries to Watch Today

Feb 11, 2023 - Ellie Gabel

Looking for something new and intriguing to watch? Here are seven awesome space documentaries to check out today.

rocket launch happens after a wet dress rehearsal

Why is a Wet Dress Rehearsal Important Before Launch?

Jan 26, 2023 - Emily Newton

Before the uncrewed Artemis 1 mission can even head toward the stars, the first step is a wet dress rehearsal. What is this and why is it crucial before a launch?

What Could Future Satellite Launches Look Like?

Oct 19, 2022 - Emily Newton

Traditionally, satellites are launched atop rockets. What will the future of satellite launches look like?

history of robotics in space

The Astonishing History of Robotics in Space

Oct 4, 2022 - Ellie Gabel

The history of robotics in space is full of incredible discoveries! From the Moon to Saturn and beyond, here are the highlights.

Types of Telescopes: Exploring Faraway Stars

Jun 1, 2022 - Emily Newton

The average human eye can only spot around 5,000 stars under ideal circumstances. To see the rest, we need different types of telescopes.

Where Are We With Solar System Exploration?

Apr 27, 2022 - Emily Newton

We’ve spent a lifetime dreaming of the stars. Where are we with solar system exploration and what will it take to reach the stars?

How Does Human Spaceflight Affect the Body and Mind?

Apr 20, 2022 - Emily Newton

How does human spaceflight affect the mind and body, and what options exist for reducing the negative aspects? Take a closer look here.

The Known Universe: What Do We Know So Far?

Mar 30, 2022 - Emily Newton

We know that space is big, but exactly how big is it? There’s a lot of space out there in the known universe—what do we know so far?

What Made the Spitzer Space Telescope Unique?

Feb 13, 2020 - Emily Newton

Telescopes help researchers learn about the universe. Spitzer Space Telescope could see infrared radiation. What legacy did Spitzer leave? Learn more now!

How to Become an Astronaut: Everything You Need to Know

Jan 17, 2019 - Emily Newton

If you’re wondering how to become an astronaut, a bachelor’s degree is only the minimum requirement. It takes years of training to become an astronaut.

Thankful for All the Opportunity Rover Taught Us

Oct 9, 2018 - Emily Newton

While we wait to hear back from the Opportunity Rover, let’s take a closer look at her journey to-date. The little rover taught us a lot over the years.

The Parker Space Probe: What We Hope to Learn

Aug 7, 2018 - Emily Newton

The Parker Space Probe is one of the newest probes in our fleet, & NASA will launch soon. Where is it going, & what do we hope to learn from the mission?