Humans in Space

Human Landing System Program
Artemis
Artemis 3
Artemis 4
Humans in Space
Marshall Space Flight Center
NASA is working with U.S. industry to develop the human landing systems that will safely carry astronauts from lunar orbit to the surface of the Moon and back throughout the agency’s Artemis campaign. For Artemis III, the first crewed return to the lunar surface in over 50 years, NASA is working with SpaceX to develop […]
Posted November 20, 2024
International Space Station (ISS)
Humans in Space
ISS Research
Johnson Space Center
NASA will provide live launch and docking coverage of a Roscosmos cargo spacecraft delivering nearly three tons of food, fuel, and supplies to the Expedition 72 crew aboard the International Space Station. The unpiloted Progress 90 spacecraft is scheduled to launch at 7:22 a.m. EST (5:22 p.m. Baikonur time) Thursday, Nov. 21, on a Soyuz […]
Posted November 18, 2024
Johnson Space Center
Humans in Space
International Space Station (ISS)
ISS Research
Missions
NASA Centers & Facilities
Science & Research
Anthocyanins protect seeds in space After exposure to space outside the International Space Station, purple-pigmented rice seeds rich in anthocyanin had higher germination rates than non-pigmented white rice seeds.
Posted November 18, 2024
ISS Research
Human Research Program
Humans in Space
International Space Station (ISS)
Science in Space Nov 2024 Many of us wear devices that count our steps, measure our heart rate, track sleep patterns, and more. This information can help us make healthy decisions – research shows the devices encourage people to move more, for example – and could flag possible problems, such as an irregular heartbeat. Wearable […]
Posted November 13, 2024
International Space Station (ISS)
Astronauts
Communicating and Navigating with Missions
Humans in Space
ISS Research
Johnson Space Center
Near Space Network
Space Communications & Navigation Program
Sunita L. Williams
Students from Colorado will have the opportunity to hear NASA astronauts Nick Hague and Suni Williams answer their prerecorded questions aboard the International Space Station on Thursday, Nov. 14. Watch the 20-minute space-to-Earth call at 1 p.m. EST on NASA+. Learn how to watch NASA content on various platforms, including social media.
Posted November 12, 2024
Johnson Space Center
Humans in Space
International Space Station (ISS)
ISS Research
Missions
NASA Centers & Facilities
Researchers demonstrated the feasibility of 3D bioprinting a meniscus or knee cartilage tissue in microgravity. This successful result advances technology for bioprinting tissue to treat musculoskeletal injuries on long-term spaceflight or in extraterrestrial settings where resources and supply capacities are limited.
Posted November 12, 2024
Artemis
Artemis 3
Human Landing System Program
Humans in Space
I Am Artemis
Marshall Space Flight Center
People of Marshall
People of NASA
While some stand on the sidelines and witness history, others are destined to play a part in it. And then there are those who document it, bringing the people, the action, the images, the words, and the personalities to the world. U. S. Navy Reservist Public Affairs Officer and program strategic communicator for NASA’s HLS […]
Posted November 8, 2024
Low Earth Orbit Economy
Commercial Space
Commercial Space Programs
General
Humans in Space
NASA recently welcomed more than 50 commercial food and commercial space companies to learn about the evolving space food system supporting NASA missions, including unique requirements for spaceflight, menu development, and food provisioning – essential elements for human spaceflight and sustainable living in space.The event, held at the agency’s J
Posted November 7, 2024
Artemis
Humans in Space
I Am Artemis
Marshall Space Flight Center
Space Launch System (SLS)
Growing up, Lane Polak didn’t have much interest in space. Instead, he was busy writing stories, doodling, or riding his skateboard. He later dreamed of becoming an author but also considered stepping into the arena as an American Gladiator. After earning a degree in communications with a minor in English from the University of Alabama […]
Posted November 1, 2024
Commercial Crew
Astronauts
Humans in Space
International Space Station (ISS)
ISS Research
Jeanette J. Epps
Johnson Space Center
Matthew Dominick
Michael R. Barratt
After spending 235 days in space, NASA’s SpaceX Crew-8 astronauts will discuss their science mission aboard the International Space Station during a post-flight news conference at 3:15 p.m. EST Friday, Nov. 8, from the agency’s Johnson Space Center in Houston.
Posted November 1, 2024
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