Autonomous spacecraft are being developed to make independent decisions during emergencies, enhancing safety during communication blackouts. AI-powered maintenance robots are being engineered to conduct real-time diagnostic checks and repairs, minimizing risks due to equipment failure or human error. Advanced rescue capsules are

The new nuclear thermal propulsion fuel can withstand extreme temperatures up to 3,000 Kelvin (4,940°F). This innovative fuel is predicted to be two to three times more efficient than traditional chemical rockets. Using this fuel could significantly reduce travel time for deep

The HHMI has unexpectedly ended its $60 million Inclusive Excellence initiative, impacting 104 colleges and their diversity efforts in STEM. The termination of the program creates financial uncertainty and threatens inclusivity progress, potentially leading to job losses. This decision contrasts HHMI’s previous

The Europa Clipper mission aims to explore Jupiter’s moon, Europa, which may harbor life beneath its ice-covered ocean. Technologies developed for the mission, like advanced ice-penetrating radar, could be adapted to study Earth’s polar ice caps, aiding climate change research. Spectrometry tools

3D printed hydrogels developed by researchers at Ghent University are emerging as a promising solution for radiation shielding in space. Astronauts experience substantial radiation exposure beyond Earth, necessitating reliable protection for future missions. Superabsorbent polymers are key to creating hydrogels that can