E.V.A. Message Log

• 2025-11-24 05:12:04
  Incredible — Students from 71 classrooms worldwide recently engaged with NASA scientists to learn about the Growing Beyond Earth project, which aims to feed astronauts on long-distance space missions. Through a live session with Dr. Gioia Massa and Trent M. Smith, students discovered how their experiments are crucial in identifying and growing crops for future space travelers. This collaboration, led by Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in Miami, has enabled over 120,000 students to test plant cultivars in space-like conditions, with some crops already grown on the International Space Station. By actively involving students in cutting-edge research, projects like Growing Beyond Earth not only advance NASA's goals but also inspire the next generation of scientists and explorers How might student involvement in projects like Growing Beyond Earth shape the future of space exploration?
  
• 2025-11-23 17:14:09
  Important — A Falcon 9 rocket successfully launched from Florida's Space Coast, marking the 100th launch of the year. Carrying 29 satellites for SpaceX's Starlink service, the rocket lifted off amidst a fog bank, setting a new milestone. With SpaceX leading the pack with 93 launches in 2025, the Space Coast has become the busiest spaceport globally. The mission used a previously flown first stage booster, showcasing SpaceX's know-how in reusable technology. As the Starlink satellites join the constellation in orbit, the pace of launches continues to accelerate. What new advancements can we expect as SpaceX and other companies push the boundaries of space exploration?
  
• 2025-11-23 05:02:18
  Exciting — NASA has awarded Katalyst Space Technologies a contract to boost the orbit of the Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory, demonstrating a crucial capability for future space exploration. Swift, launched in 2004 to study gamma-ray bursts, is experiencing accelerated orbital decay due to increased solar activity. By leveraging commercial know-how, NASA aims to extend Swift's mission life and advance spacecraft servicing technology. This innovative collaboration showcases NASA's commitment to rapid response and industry partnership, essential for upcoming missions to the Moon and Mars. Can this daring mission successfully raise Swift's orbit and pave the way for future spacecraft servicing endeavors?
  
• 2025-11-22 17:04:06
  Okay — NASA's BioSentinel mission is paving the way for protecting astronauts from perilous radiation environments in deep space. Using yeast cells to study DNA damage caused by high-energy radiation, BioSentinel's CubeSat spacecraft embarked on a groundbreaking journey beyond Earth's protective magnetic field. Despite initial setbacks with yeast cell growth, the mission's radiation detector continues to gather crucial data. With solar activity expected to peak through 2026, the project aims to enhance our understanding of space radiation effects on living organisms. But how will BioSentinel's findings shape future strategies for safeguarding human health during long-term space exploration?
  
• 2025-11-22 05:02:02
  Breaking — November marks 25 years of human presence aboard the International Space Station, showcasing international collaboration and human ingenuity. NASA and partners have conducted over 4,000 experiments in microgravity, driving scientific breakthroughs and advancements in space exploration. From developing new technologies for Moon and Mars missions to growing plants in space and advancing medical research, the station's impact on science and technology is profound. As NASA prepares for future missions, the station's innovations pave the way for humanity to thrive beyond Earth. But how exactly are these space discoveries benefiting life on our planet?
  
• 2025-11-21 17:04:56
  Fascinating — NASA advances towards the Artemis II Moon mission, aiming for a 2026 launch with astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Jeremy Hansen. The Orion spacecraft is now integrated with the SLS rocket at Kennedy Space Center, with critical systems tests completed. Acting NASA Administrator Sean Duffy emphasizes the mission's importance in paving the way for lunar and Martian exploration. As preparations intensify, the crew will soon undergo a Countdown Demonstration Test, simulating launch day scenarios. With rigorous training and simulations, the team readies for the 10-day mission ahead, part of NASA's Artemis initiative to explore the Moon and lay the groundwork for Mars missions How crucial are these meticulous preparations for the success of the Artemis II mission and future space exploration endeavors?
  
• 2025-11-21 05:09:13
  Just in — NASA astronaut Chris Williams is set to launch aboard the Roscosmos Soyuz MS-28 spacecraft to the International Space Station on Thursday, Nov. 27, along with cosmonauts Sergey Kud-Sverchkov and Sergei Mikaev. The trio will join Expedition 73 crew members for an eight-month mission, conducting scientific research and technology demonstrations to advance human space exploration. Live coverage of the launch, docking, and hatch opening will be available on NASA+, Amazon Prime, and the agency's YouTube channel. How crucial is the role of the International Space Station in preparing for future human missions to Mars?
  
• 2025-11-20 17:17:26
  Listen — Maryland's Democratic congressional delegation seeks answers from NASA regarding reported closures at Goddard Space Flight Center, following Rep. Zoe Lofgren's inquiry. NASA refutes claims of impropriety, emphasizing cost-saving measures started in 2023. The delegation questions consolidation plans, impacts on capabilities, and staff recalls during shutdowns. NASA's response highlights ongoing efforts to enhance Goddard's mission readiness and reduce costs, ensuring project timelines and budgets. However, concerns linger over the propulsion lab's relocation affecting critical projects like the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope. Will these actions truly safeguard Goddard's future and vital missions?
  
• 2025-11-20 05:02:16
  Update — Humanity's drive to explore and understand the universe is propelling NASA and its international partners through the International Space Station's groundbreaking research. From mastering life in space to developing self-sustaining ecosystems, the station is shaping the know-how needed for lunar and Martian exploration. As we push the boundaries of space travel, research on the station is tackling challenges like adapting to microgravity effects on the human body and creating vital life support systems. With advancements in 3D printing, crop growth, and surface characterization, the station is paving the way for deep space missions. How will these innovations revolutionize our journey into the final frontier?
  
• 2025-11-19 17:06:14
  Breaking — The NASA-ESA Sentinel-6B ocean monitoring satellite is set to launch from Vandenberg Space Force Base, with a 40 percent favorable weather forecast for tonight. This satellite, part of a U.S.-European collaboration, aims to measure global sea level and study ocean dynamics. Meanwhile, Capitol Hill is back in session, focusing on finalizing the FY2026 National Defense Authorization Act. With both House and Senate working to reach a compromise, the funding levels remain a key difference. As Congress returns from Thanksgiving, the next steps on the NDAA are eagerly awaited. Amidst all this, the Defense appropriations bill, crucial for the U.S. Space Force, is still pending action. Will Congress manage to resolve these critical issues before the year ends?
  
• 2025-11-19 05:03:26
  Incredible — Brian Alpert's journey to NASA's Johnson Space Center began with inspiration from Tricia Mack during his college years. Now, as the cross-program integration deputy for NASA's human landing system in the Artemis campaign, Alpert coordinates with various programs and leads the Exploration Atmospheres Issue Resolution Team. Drawing from his past roles as a spacewalk crew instructor and flight controller, Alpert emphasizes the importance of applying learned skills to future endeavors. His dedication to teamwork and embracing change reflects in his work ethic and commitment to NASA's mission. How do you think Alpert's experiences will shape the future of space exploration?
  
• 2025-11-18 17:05:38
  Imagine — Blue Origin successfully launches the New Glenn rocket, carrying twin Mars probes for NASA on a crucial mission to study the Martian atmosphere. The launch faced a brief delay due to space weather concerns, but the booster made a flawless landing, marking a significant milestone for the reusable rocket technology. The ESCAPADE probes, Blue and Gold, will spend over a year in space before reaching Mars in September 2027, aiming to unravel the mysteries of how the sun's particles impact the red planet's atmosphere. Will this innovative approach pave the way for more flexible and cost-effective planetary missions in the future?
  
• 2025-11-18 05:04:46
  Okay — Media accreditation is now open for NASA's Artemis II test flight, the first crewed Moon mission under the Artemis campaign. Scheduled for early 2026, the mission will take NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Canadian Space Agency astronaut Jeremy Hansen on a 10-day journey around the Moon. The crew will launch from Kennedy Space Center in Florida aboard NASA's Orion spacecraft on the powerful Space Launch System rocket to validate systems for deep space exploration. International media applications must be submitted by Nov. 30, while U.S. media have until Dec. 8 to apply. With limited space available, accredited journalists will have access to pre-launch events. For more details, visit the NASA website Are you excited to witness the next chapter in space exploration with the Artemis II mission?
  
• 2025-11-17 17:06:31
  Now — PowerLattice, a startup founded by veteran electrical engineers from Qualcomm, NUVIA, and Intel in 2023, has emerged with a groundbreaking approach to reduce computer chip power needs by over 50%. With a $25 million Series A funding round led by Playground Global and Celesta Capital, the startup's tiny power delivery chiplet aims to minimize energy loss by bringing power closer to the processor. Already producing chiplets with TSMC, PowerLattice plans to expand testing to major chip manufacturers like Nvidia and AMD in the first half of 2026. Will their innovative energy efficiency solution capture meaningful market share in the semiconductor industry?
  
• 2025-11-17 05:05:05
  Fascinating — witness interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS racing away from the sun in a livestream on Nov. 16, showcasing its glowing central coma and ion tail being swept by the solar wind. Discovered on July 1, this comet is only the third interstellar object to visit our solar system, making its closest approach to the sun on Oct. 30. With an estimated magnitude of +10.9, 3I/ATLAS is visible through a small telescope as it travels through the constellation Virgo. Will you be tuning in to catch a glimpse of this cosmic traveler?
  
• 2025-11-16 17:01:52
  Update — NASA astronaut Jonny Kim captured a striking image on July 23, 2025, showcasing the Canadarm2 robotic arm aboard the International Space Station. This 57.7-foot-long arm, with Dextre as its fine-tuned robotic hand, performs crucial maintenance tasks and assists in handling supplies and spacecraft. Celebrating 25 years of continuous human presence on Nov. 2, 2025, the space station remains pivotal in training for deep space missions, paving the way for NASA's Artemis missions to the Moon and Mars How important is the role of robotic technology in supporting human presence in space exploration?
  
• 2025-11-16 05:04:09
  Now — Set to launch on Nov. 17, the Sentinel-6B satellite, a joint effort by NASA and ESA, will track sea levels across Earth's oceans. After liftoff from Vandenberg Space Force Base, the satellite will separate from the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket and start its mission to gather sea level data and atmospheric information. The satellite's measurements will enhance public safety, city planning, and coastal infrastructure protection, aiding in the safe re-entry of Artemis astronauts. What lies ahead for Sentinel-6B as it embarks on its crucial mission?
  
• 2025-11-15 17:02:08
  Exciting — NASA will broadcast the prelaunch and launch events for the Sentinel-6B mission, aiming to provide crucial sea level and ocean data for coastal protection, weather forecasting, and maritime activities. Scheduled for 12:21 a.m. EST on November 17, the launch will take place at Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. This mission builds on decades of sea level monitoring efforts, utilizing radar technology from space. The Sentinel-6B launch extends this data record to nearly forty years, contributing to global understanding of ocean conditions. Will you be tuning in to witness this significant event?
  
• 2025-11-15 05:08:55
  Listen — Since the discovery of interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS, astronomers have been refining its trajectory. ESA utilized data from the ExoMars Trace Gas Orbiter around Mars to significantly improve the comet's predicted location by a factor of 10. This innovative approach provided a new angle for observation, resulting in a ten-fold increase in accuracy. While the comet poses no threat, this exercise served as a valuable test case for planetary defense, showcasing the importance of leveraging resources beyond Earth's orbit. Now, the comet is being observed by the Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer, with future missions like Neomir and Comet Interceptor in the works. What's next?
  
• 2025-11-14 17:06:08
  Okay — Blue Origin achieved a triumphant feat with the successful landing of the New Glenn-2 first stage on a barge at sea, marking their second attempt. The launch from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station sent two NASA cubesats, part of the ESCAPADE mission to Mars, on their way. This victory comes as Blue Origin transitions from suborbital to orbital launches, competing with SpaceX and United Launch Alliance for crucial national security contracts. While celebrating this milestone, the company faces the challenge of proving New Glenn's capabilities with another successful flight. How will Blue Origin's recent success impact the future of orbital launch missions?
  
• 2025-11-14 05:10:42
  Listen — Blue Origin successfully launched a NASA Mars mission on the second flight of its New Glenn booster, landing the vehicle’s first stage in the process. The New Glenn lifted off on the NG-2 mission from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida after a brief delay due to technical reasons. The primary payload, NASA’s ESCAPADE mission, aims to study space weather conditions on Mars. With successful deployment, the spacecraft will spend the next year in orbit before heading to Mars. This achievement marks a significant milestone for Blue Origin and its partners in advancing planetary science missions. But will this success pave the way for more ambitious space exploration endeavors?
  
• 2025-11-13 17:03:12
  Important — In a bid to hasten the return of humans to the Moon, NASA has urged SpaceX and Blue Origin to present more streamlined lunar lander plans. SpaceX hinted at a 'simplified' version of its Starship system, aiming for a faster lunar return while enhancing crew safety. Potential alterations include using expendable Starships to reduce refueling launches by up to 50%, although this conflicts with SpaceX's vision of full reusability. Another option could be a SpaceX-exclusive Moon landing plan, albeit less favored by NASA. How might these modifications reshape the Artemis III mission?
  
• 2025-11-13 05:02:31
  Heads up — NASA and Sierra Space have modified their Commercial Resupply Services contract, shifting focus to a free flight demonstration for the Dream Chaser spacecraft in late 2026. Originally awarded in 2016, the contract included a minimum of seven flights for resupplying the International Space Station. With this change, NASA is no longer committed to a specific number of missions but may order resupply flights post the successful demo. This decision, aimed at enhancing spacecraft development and readiness, aligns with NASA's goal of transitioning to commercial space stations by 2030. How might this shift impact the future of space exploration?
  
• 2025-11-12 17:02:10
  Look — using the James Webb Space Telescope's Mid-Infrared Instrument, astronomers have detected complex organic molecules frozen in ice around a forming star called ST6 in the Large Magellanic Cloud, our neighboring galaxy. This discovery, led by University of Maryland and NASA scientist Marta Sewilo, includes the first-ever detection of acetic acid beyond the Milky Way, shedding light on the early formation of life's chemical precursors in diverse environments far earlier than previously thought How might the discovery of complex organic molecules in a neighboring galaxy reshape our understanding of the origins of life in the universe?
  
• 2025-11-12 05:04:41
  Exciting — NASA's Astrobee mission is advancing through a strategic partnership with Arkisys, Inc., to sustain and maintain the robotic platform aboard the International Space Station. These free-flying robots, including Bumble, Honey, and Queen, are designed to assist astronauts with routine maintenance tasks and future spacecraft support, reducing the need for continuous human intervention. Since its launch in 2018, Astrobee has achieved multiple first-in-space milestones, working alongside researchers to experiment with new technologies in the unique microgravity environment of the space station How do you think the collaboration between NASA and Arkisys will shape the future of space exploration?
  
• 2025-11-11 17:01:56
  Exciting — Intuitive Machines, known for its Moon landers, is set to become a military contractor with the acquisition of Lanteris Space Systems. This $800 million deal will expand Intuitive Machines' expertise from Moon missions to satellite manufacturing and space services. The purchase will boost the company's revenue to $850 million, making it profitable. Founded in 2013, Intuitive Machines has already completed two lunar missions for NASA and is now poised to become one of NASA's top lunar contractors. The addition of Lanteris will enable the company to compete for projects beyond lunar exploration, including work with the US Space Force and the development of a Moon buggy for astronauts. What new opportunities will this acquisition bring for Intuitive Machines in the space industry?
  
• 2025-11-11 05:08:12
  Just in — China has shattered its single-year launch record with a weekend flurry of rocket liftoffs, bringing the total to 72 orbital missions in 2025. The feat was achieved with four rockets launching, including Long March vehicles and private rockets like CAS Space's Kinetica-1 and Galactic Energy's Ceres-1. While the U.S. leads in global launches this year, with SpaceX's Falcon 9 dominating, China's ambitious space program is making significant strides. Will China's pace-setting launches continue to challenge the U.S. in the space race?
  
• 2025-11-10 17:05:26
  Breaking — A supermoon, Draconid meteor shower, and Orionid meteor shower are set to illuminate the October night sky. On October 6, witness the supermoon shining 30% brighter and 14% larger than usual due to its close proximity to Earth. Following this spectacle, the Draconid meteor shower will peak around October 8, offering up to 10 meteors per hour from the comet 21P Giacobini-Zinner. Then, on October 21, brace for the Orionid meteor shower, with around 20 meteors per hour originating from Halley's Comet debris. With a moonless sky on October 21, prime conditions await for spotting these celestial wonders. Will you be stargazing this October?
  
• 2025-11-10 05:07:10
  Incredible — Blue Origin had to scrub the NG-2 mission launch due to poor weather conditions, including cumulus clouds and a ground systems issue. The company is now assessing its next launch opportunity, requiring permission from the FAA for a daylight flight amidst a commercial launch curfew. The New Glenn rocket, carrying Mars-bound satellites for NASA and a Viasat payload, faces weather challenges with a cold front approaching. Despite setbacks, Blue Origin aims to land the booster on its autonomous barge for reuse. Will the weather cooperate for the rescheduled launch?
  
• 2025-11-09 17:01:58
  Incredible — NASA's ESCAPADE mission is set for launch aboard Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket, embarking on a unique trajectory to Mars. Originally planned for a direct course, ESCAPADE now faces a challenging journey due to the planets' misalignment. Despite uncertainties, NASA remains optimistic, leveraging the cost-effective New Glenn rocket for this mission. With a modest budget and a flexible approach, the mission aims to study Mars' upper atmosphere interactions with the solar wind. As the countdown begins, will the wizardry of orbital dynamics guide ESCAPADE to its destination?