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NASA, short for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, is the United States government agency responsible for the nation's civilian space program and for aeronautics and aerospace research. Founded on July 29, 1958, NASA conducts space exploration missions, scientific research, and technological advancements related to space travel and understanding the universe. It has been at the forefront of significant achievements, including the Apollo moon landings, the Space Shuttle program, the Mars rover missions, and the Hubble Space Telescope. NASA collaborates with international space agencies and private industry to push the boundaries of space exploration and expand our knowledge of the cosmos.