Explore the cutting edge of human achievement. Journey to the deepest reaches of space. Dive into the mysterious physics of quantum realms. Fly with astronauts into hostile extraterrestrial realms.

Cosmic Frontiers

IXPE's high-energy telescope is set to observe cosmic spectacles like colliding black holes and neutron stars; this new frontier in astronomy will use x-ray vision to unveil hidden mysteries of these celestial events.

Space: The New Frontier

The James Webb Space Telescope is active after launch via Ariane 5; this $10 billion spacecraft orbits the Sun, poised to explore distant galaxies, analyze exoplanet atmospheres and spark fresh inquiries in the quest for knowledge.

Juice and Europa Clipper missions target Jupiter, dedicating four years to studying its atmosphere, magnetosphere and icy moons like Europa, Callisto and Ganymede.

Asteroids, remnants of the early solar system, offer insights into planetary origins; Psyche spacecraft prepares to analyze a distinctive metallic asteroid.

The ISS is the workhorse of the international space faring community, faces its end, sparking plans for replacement stations.

Probes set to explore Venus, Earth's twin, seeking clues to its mysterious transformation from a hospitable planet to a hot, toxic environment.

New Earth observation satellites ensure ongoing climate data continuity; focusing on escalating global temperatures and ocean levels, scientists note alarming acceleration surpassing projections, with relentless glacier melting.

Global push to revisit the Moon accelerates, with multinational collaboration aiming to stay and exploit lunar resources; scientists and engineers eye the Moon and Mars for extracting valuable resources from regolith and soil.

Sun science missions advance understanding of stars, solar winds and planet effects, providing insights into other stars.

A fresh look at exploring the new frontiers of space.

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