Greenhouses for Mars
When humans go to the Moon or Mars, they'll probably take plants with them. NASA-supported researchers are learning how greenhouses work on other planets. (25/02/2004)
Electric Border Collie
Using electric fields, NASA-supported researchers are learning to herd microbes for the benefit of astronauts and Homeland Security. (20/05/2004)
The Hidden Life of Thunderstorms
Scientists are sending unmanned aircraft into electrical storms to learn more about their mysterious inner workings. (30/10/2003)
Storm Warnings
A new device onboard two NASA satellites could improve 3- to 12-hour forecasts of severe weather. (12/01/2004)
Mercury Transits Sun
Mark your calendar: On Wednesday, November 8, the planet Mercury will pass directly in front the Sun. (09/11/2006)
Houston, We Have a Solution
New research aboard the space station aims to adapt a tried-and-true repair tool to weightlessness. (10/11/2003)
Membranes on Mars
New membranes developed by NASA-funded researchers could help people go to Mars--and clean the air here on Earth. (03/12/2003)
Spooky Atomic Clocks
NASA-supported researchers hope to improve high-precision clocks by entangling their atoms. (23/01/2004)
A New Form of Matter: II
NASA-supported researchers have discovered a weird new phase of matter called fermionic condensates. (24/02/2004)
Resilient Rockets
Spacecraft and automobiles could benefit from a new NASA technology that protects the insides of scorching-hot engines. (20/04/2004)
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