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Embark on a captivating journey into the world of space school with NASA Explorers in Season 5, Episode 3: "Space School." Before she became an astronaut, Jessica Watkins was a geologist. Now, alongside her fellow astronauts, she's gearing up for lunar exploration and beyond. But collecting and investigating rocks on distant worlds presents unique challenges in the lower gravity and extreme temperatures of the Moon—especially when you factor in the bulky spacesuits. That's where tools engineer Adam Naids comes into play. He's tasked with designing specialized tools that can overcome the lunar challenges. Join us at space school as NASA Explorers gather to train astronauts for the scientific quests that await on the Moon. Discover how the lessons learned here will pave the way for groundbreaking discoveries and shape the future of space exploration.

Are hurricanes getting stronger? Dive into the world of tropical cyclones and climate change as we seek answers from hurricane and climate expert Mara Cordero-Fuentes of NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center. While a Category 6 hurricane may remain elusive, data paints a compelling picture of an increasing trend in hurricane severity. Join us for an enlightening conversation that unravels the intricate connection between climate change and the intensification of hurricanes. Explore the science behind these natural phenomena and gain a deeper understanding of the implications for our planet. Get ready to uncover the secrets of hurricanes and climate change with a NASA scientist. For further insights, delve into the discussion: https://go.nasa.gov/3yQ168I

Embark on a journey to the Moon's enigmatic South Pole with NASA Explorers in Season 5, Episode 4. Discover the extraordinary terrain that awaits Artemis astronauts as they prepare to land on sites never before explored by humans. The South Pole region is a lunar treasure trove, boasting the Moon's largest crater, areas of perpetual light, deep shadows, and some of the solar system's coldest temperatures. This remarkable voyage will unearth invaluable insights into the Moon's history, shedding light on the broader history of our solar system. Join us as we delve into the significance of the South Pole's frozen water, a critical resource for sustainable lunar living and future deep-space exploration. Artemis astronauts will be our emissaries, bringing back lunar rocks and soil that will fuel generations of scientific exploration and unveil the secrets of our cosmic history. Tune in to this captivating episode of NASA Explorers, where we journey to the lunar South Pole on behalf of all humanity.

Join us on a cosmic journey with NASA's Lucy mission, a quest to unravel the mysteries of the Jupiter Trojans—swarms of primitive asteroids orbiting Jupiter that hold the keys to planetary formation. Launched on October 16, 2021, Lucy returns to Earth on its launch anniversary for a celestial dance. On October 16, 2022, Lucy will embrace our planet like a graceful partner in a swing dance, utilizing Earth's gravity to boost its velocity and elongate its orbit around the Sun. At 7:04 am Eastern Time, Lucy will make an astonishingly close approach, passing just 219 miles above Earth—lower than the International Space Station. This close encounter will propel Lucy at a breathtaking speed, setting the stage for its second Earth gravity assist in December 2024. Dive into the details of this incredible cosmic ballet and the scientific insights it promises to unveil. Explore the full story: https://www.nasa.gov/feature/goddard/2022/lucy-ega

Behold a celestial wonder unveiled by NASA's James Webb Space Telescope—an astonishing image showcasing at least 17 concentric dust rings, a mesmerizing sight that graces the cosmos some 5,300 light-years from our home planet. These intricate rings are born of the dynamic interplay between a pair of stars known as Wolf-Rayet 140. As these stars draw near to each other in their elliptical orbits, their colliding stellar winds give rise to these exquisite rings of dust. Each ring, akin to the growth rings of a tree trunk, marks the passage of time, revealing over a century of stellar interactions. What sets Wolf-Rayet 140 apart is its unique ability to produce such rings, unlike any other known pair of Wolf-Rayet stars. These cosmic rings paint an ever-changing picture as the distance between the stars varies, creating a system that resembles a captivating bullseye with a bright feature that repeats at 2 o’clock. Join us on this cosmic odyssey and immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of the universe, as unveiled by NASA's James Webb Space Telescope. Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech

Journey to the remote and mysterious Remote Hypervelocity Test Laboratory at NASA’s White Sands Test Facility in Las Cruces, New Mexico, where the guardians of NASA's Mars Earth Entry System are preparing for a crucial battle against the unknown. This facility, hidden amidst desolate dunes, has played a vital role in every human spaceflight program, from the Space Shuttle to Artemis. Now, it hosts a dedicated team tasked with designing shields to safeguard NASA's Mars mission from the perils of micrometeorites and space debris. In this video, witness the dramatic tests where dangerous impacts are safely recreated, allowing the team to assess the resilience of their shields and computer models. Join us on this epic quest to fortify Mars-bound missions against the unseen dangers of space.

After months of extraordinary endeavors aboard the International Space Station, the intrepid astronauts of NASA's SpaceX Crew-4 mission are embarking on their journey back to Earth. Within the confines of a SpaceX Dragon capsule, these cosmic explorers, including NASA astronauts Kjell Lindgren, Robert Hines, and Jessica Watkins, alongside ESA (European Space Agency) astronaut Samantha Cristoforetti, are on a voyage that transcends the boundaries of our world. Their time aboard the orbiting laboratory has been marked by relentless dedication to ongoing and pioneering scientific investigations and technology demonstrations. Their work holds the key to preparing humanity for future space exploration missions, ushering in innovations that will benefit not only our future in space but also our life on Earth. Experience the culmination of this scientific odyssey and join us in welcoming these trailblazing astronauts back to our planet. Explore the remarkable journey and the impact it holds for the future of space exploration: https://go.nasa.gov/3Sv0vkE

Join us for a momentous event as the astronauts of NASA's SpaceX Crew-4 mission bid farewell to the International Space Station and embark on their journey back to Earth. Witness the live coverage with NASA as the Dragon spacecraft Freedom gracefully reenters the Earth's atmosphere and splashes down off the coast of Florida. Splashdown is set for 4:55 p.m. EDT (2055 UTC), Friday, October 14th. NASA astronauts Kjell Lindgren, Jessica Watkins, Bob Hines, and ESA (European Space Agency) astronaut Samantha Cristoforetti spent five and a half awe-inspiring months aboard the orbiting laboratory. Throughout their stay, they contributed to a myriad of experiments that expand our understanding of space and provide invaluable insights for life on Earth. Experience the thrilling return of these intrepid explorers and the culmination of their remarkable mission. Discover more about their contributions to space science and how they've enriched our knowledge: https://go.nasa.gov/3yCDeW0

Unveil the science behind spacecraft landing safety in just 60 seconds! Dive into the world of heat shields, the ingenious technology that leverages the planet's atmosphere to decelerate spacecraft during landing. Learn how these air-resistant marvels, like LOFTID, play a pivotal role in our quest to conquer new frontiers, including the ultimate challenge: landing on Mars! For a deeper dive into the LOFTID technology demonstration, explore: https://go.nasa.gov/3aRdADV

Step into the mesmerizing world of space as NASA's NEOWISE mission unveils a universe in constant motion. New time-lapse movies capture celestial objects like stars, black holes, and more as they evolve and transform over time. Watch as previously hidden brown dwarfs, a voracious feeding black hole, a fading star, a star-forming region, and a brilliant star come to life. These captivating videos are the result of over a decade of NEOWISE observations and 18 all-sky images, offering a unique opportunity for astronomers to analyze long-term changes in the cosmos, deepening our understanding of the universe. 0:44 – NEOWISE all-sky scan animation 1:03 – Feeding black hole 1:14 – Pulsing star reaches the end of its life 1:21 – Protostars in star-forming region 1:34 – Brown dwarf gracefully traverses the sky 2:00 – Unexplained stellar brightening Originally launched as the Wide-Field Infrared Survey Explorer (WISE) in December 2009, NEOWISE was initially tasked with surveying the sky in infrared, detecting asteroids, stars, and some of the faintest galaxies in space. Its mission expanded to include the study of near-Earth objects (NEOs), as well as more distant asteroids and comets, after resuming observations in December 2013. Join us on this cosmic journey, and explore more about the NEOWISE mission at: https://www.jpl.nasa.gov/missions/neowise. Dive into the wealth of NEOWISE data at: https://neowise.ipac.caltech.edu. Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech WISE-NEOWISE movies compiled by Dan Caselden

Join us on an awe-inspiring journey as Northrop Grumman's CRS-18 mission takes flight to the International Space Station. Discover a treasure trove of scientific inquiries, from the innovative 3D printing of knee cartilage to the mysteries of plant mutations and the dynamics of mudflow structures. Witness groundbreaking demonstrations of camera technology and the ascent of small satellites from Japan, Uganda, and Zimbabwe. Scheduled for liftoff no earlier than November 6, 2022, from the Mid-Atlantic Regional Spaceport at NASA's Wallops Flight Facility on Wallops Island, Virginia, the Cygnus spacecraft carries these fascinating studies to the orbiting laboratory. Prepare to be inspired by the forefront of scientific research. Dive into the mission details and explore the future of space exploration: https://go.nasa.gov/3rYCjvA

After months of scientific exploration aboard the International Space Station (ISS), the astronauts of NASA's SpaceX Crew-4 mission are preparing to return home. Join NASA astronauts Kjell Lindgren, Robert Hines, and Jessica Watkins, alongside ESA (European Space Agency) astronaut Samantha Cristoforetti, as they journey back to Earth inside a SpaceX Dragon capsule. During their extended stay on the orbiting laboratory, these dedicated crew members played a pivotal role in ongoing and groundbreaking scientific investigations. Witness how they contributed to pioneering experiments and technology demonstrations that are not only shaping the future of space exploration but also yielding innovations and benefits for humanity right here on Earth. Explore the fascinating world of growing plants in the unique environment of space and the insights it provides for sustainable agriculture and future deep space missions. Discover the critical research that will help prepare humans for upcoming space exploration endeavors. For a deeper dive into the scientific achievements of NASA's SpaceX Crew-4 mission, visit: https://go.nasa.gov/3Sv0vkE Credit: NASA #space #iss #spacex

Join Paul Smith, a dedicated night-sky enthusiast and photographer, on an exhilarating journey through the electric skies as he pursues the elusive phenomenon known as "sprites." Sprites are colossal bursts of light that dance high above thunderstorms, and for Paul, capturing their magic is a lifelong passion. In this captivating video, Paul teams up with NASA scientist Dr. Burcu Kosar, a renowned sprite researcher with over 15 years of experience. Despite her extensive knowledge, Dr. Kosar had never embarked on a sprite chase until now. Discover the secrets of sprite-chasing as you follow Paul and Dr. Kosar on their expedition, navigating the backroads of Oklahoma in pursuit of these enigmatic flashes of light. Learn about the mesmerizing world of sprites and the science behind their existence. For a deeper dive into this thrilling adventure, read the full story at NASA's official blog: https://blogs.nasa.gov/sunspot/2022/10/27/the-great-sprites-chase Get involved in NASA's citizen science project, "Spritacular," and contribute to the study of upper atmospheric phenomena: https://www.nasa.gov/feature/goddard/2022/sun/spritacular-nasa-s-new-citizen-science-project-to-capture-elusive-upper-atmospheric Explore NASA's Heliophysics Big Year initiative and its impact on understanding our sun and space weather: https://solarsystem.nasa.gov/solar-system/sun/helio-big-year This incredible journey is beautifully captured through the lenses of talented photographers: Paul Smith, Frankie Lucena, Panagiotis Tsouras, and Thomas Ashcraft. Special thanks to them for allowing us to share their copyrighted imagery in this video. The soundtrack for this video is a symphony of wonder, featuring compositions by various artists. Enjoy the music as it complements the visual spectacle: "The Beauty Beyond" by Jeremy Noel William Abbott and Vasco "Outer Orbit" by Alexander Ryder Mcnair, Harry Gregson Williams, and Ho Ling Tang "Wonderful Orbit" by Tom Furse Fairfax Cowan "Starlights" by Marc Teitler and Vasco "A Tranquil End" by Luke Gordon "Virtual Tidings" by Andrew Michael Britton and David Stephen Goldsmith "Winter Aurora" by Samuel Karl Bohn "Lava Flow" and "Water Dance" by Ben Niblett and Jon Cotton Credits: NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center Producer: Joy Ng (KBRwyle) Scientist: Dr. Burcu Kosar (Catholic University of America) Photographer: Paul Smith Photographer: Frankie Lucena Photographer: Panagiotis Tsouras Photographer: Thomas Ashcraft Videographer: Joy Ng and Thomas Smith Writer: Lina Tran This captivating video is freely shareable and downloadable at https://svs.gsfc.nasa.gov/14206. While you are welcome to share the video in its entirety, please note that the music and certain individual imagery may be subject to specific permissions and should not be excised or remixed in other products. Detailed information about such imagery can be found here: https://svs.gsfc.nasa.gov/14206. For more information on NASA's media guidelines, visit https://nasa.gov/multimedia/guidelines. If you enjoyed this video, don't miss out on more extraordinary NASA content. Subscribe to the NASA Goddard YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/NASAGoddard Stay connected with NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/nasagoddard Twitter: http://twitter.com/NASAGoddard Twitter (Images): http://twitter.com/NASAGoddardPix Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/NASAGoddard Flickr: http://www.flickr.com/photos/gsfc Prepare to be awestruck as we delve into the mysteries of the night sky and the breathtaking phenomena that grace our Earth's upper atmosphere. Subscribe, like, and share the wonder with your friends and fellow space enthusiasts!

Embark on an extraordinary journey as we delve into the groundbreaking Surface Water and Ocean Topography (SWOT) mission, a collaborative effort led by NASA and the French space agency CNES (Centre National d’Études Spatiales). SWOT is set to transform our understanding of the planet's water bodies, both saltwater and freshwater, and empower communities to plan for a brighter and more sustainable future. In this video, we explore how SWOT, equipped with cutting-edge technology, will precisely measure water heights in lakes, rivers, reservoirs, and oceans. As climate change intensifies the water cycle, the invaluable data from SWOT will be instrumental in enhancing flood forecasts, monitoring drought conditions, and providing essential information to a wide range of stakeholders. Hear from experts and professionals in the field as they share insights on how SWOT data will be utilized by National Weather Service representatives, civil engineers, researchers from the University of Oregon and University of North Carolina, as well as NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory scientists working with the Department of Defense and the Louisiana Coastal Protection and Restoration Agency. Explore the real-world applications of SWOT data, from flood watches and water management in Portland, Oregon, to protecting vital infrastructure in Alaska, and even bolstering national security efforts. Witness how SWOT's capabilities will play a pivotal role in safeguarding our environment and ensuring a sustainable future for generations to come. SWOT's anticipated launch from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California is scheduled for December 2022. This mission is a testament to international collaboration, with contributions from the Canadian Space Agency and UK Space Agency. The U.S. component of the project is spearheaded by NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory, managed by Caltech in Pasadena, California. For in-depth information about the SWOT mission, visit: https://swot.jpl.nasa.gov Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/CNES/Thales Alenia Space

NASA’s Perseverance Mars rover is filling sample tubes with rocky material on the Red Planet as the agency works on the next steps to get them safely back to Earth. The Mars Sample Return campaign would bring samples collected by the Perseverance rover to Earth for detailed study. The campaign involves an international interplanetary relay team, including the European Space Agency (ESA). These samples could answer a key question: did life ever exist on Mars? Aaron Yazzie, who works on the Mars Sample Return campaign, explains the work being done at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory to ensure the safe return of the sample tubes. For more information on Mars Sample Return, visit mars.nasa.gov/msr Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech 🚀 Welcome to Mars News Report! 🌌 In this fascinating episode, we delve into the daring mission to safely transport Mars sample tubes back to Earth, unlocking the secrets of the Red Planet like never before. Join us on a cosmic journey as we explore the intricate steps, cutting-edge technology, and unparalleled scientific discoveries awaiting us. 🌍 Mars to Earth: A Cosmic Odyssey 🛰️ Discover the meticulous planning and precise execution required to safely transport precious Martian samples across the vast expanse of space to our home planet. 🔬 Science on Steroids 📡 Uncover the potential scientific breakthroughs and advancements that could reshape our understanding of the cosmos. We'll explain how the Martian samples could hold the key to unraveling the mysteries of our neighboring planet. 🔒 Safety First: Protecting Both Worlds 🌐 Learn about the rigorous safety measures taken to ensure that Earth remains safeguarded from potential contaminants while preserving the pristine nature of the Martian samples. 🤝 Insights from Experts 🌠 We're honored to be joined by leading scientists and experts in the field who provide invaluable insights into the significance of this groundbreaking mission. Join us in this thrilling episode of Mars News Report and become part of the cosmic adventure. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more exciting updates on Mars exploration and beyond. 🌟 🔗 Useful Links and Resources Subscribe: [Insert Subscribe Link] Mars News Report Website: [Insert Website Link] Follow us on Twitter: [Insert Twitter Handle] Join our Mars Enthusiasts Community: [Insert Community Link] 📢 Have questions or comments? Share your thoughts below! Your engagement fuels our mission to bring the wonders of space to you. #Mars #MarsNews #SpaceExploration #MarsSampleTubes #Science #CosmicAdventure

🌕 Explore the celestial wonders of the moon with this stunning 4K video showcasing the mesmerizing Moon Phases in the Northern Hemisphere throughout the year 2022. 🌖 🚀 Join us on a cosmic journey as we follow the lunar cycle, from the enchanting New Moon to the radiant Full Moon and everything in between. Using data from NASA and state-of-the-art imagery, this video provides a breathtaking visual of the moon's changing appearance against the backdrop of the night sky. 🌙 Witness the intricate dance of sunlight and shadows as they create the various moon phases, illuminating the lunar surface and revealing its hidden mysteries. This video is a perfect educational resource for students, astronomy enthusiasts, and anyone curious about the moon's ever-changing face. 🔭 Whether you're a stargazer, an aspiring astronaut, or simply in awe of the cosmos, this 4K video will captivate your imagination and deepen your understanding of the moon's role in our night sky. 🌌 Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe to our channel for more awe-inspiring videos of the universe's wonders. 🌠 📡 Stay connected with us for the latest updates on space exploration and celestial phenomena. Explore the universe with us, one phase at a time! 🌟