NASA Invites Media to Discuss Exploration Science Program Update
17 Jul
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NASA Invites Media to Discuss Exploration Science Program Update

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NASA Space Technology Tiernan P. DoyleJul 16, 2024NASA will hold a media teleconference at 4 p.m. EDT, Wednesday, July 17, to provide an update on a program within NASA’s Exploration Science Strategy and Integration Office.Audio of the teleconference will stream live on the agency’s website at:https://www.nasa.gov/nasatvParticipants in the teleconference include:Nicola Fox, associate administrator, Science Mission Directorate, NASA HeadquartersJoel Kearns, deputy associate administrator for exploration, Science Mission Directorate, NASA HeadquartersTo ask questions during the teleconference, media must RSVP no later than two hours before the event to Erin Morton at: erin.morton@nasa.gov. NASA’s media accreditation policy is available online.The Exploration Science Strategy Integration Office in NASA’s Science Mission Directorate ensures science is infused into all aspects of lunar exploration. Through researching the Moon and its environment, and by using the Moon as an observation platform, NASA strives...
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NASA Ships Moon Rocket Stage Ahead of First Crewed Artemis Flight
17 Jul
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NASA Ships Moon Rocket Stage Ahead of First Crewed Artemis Flight

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NASA Space Technology NASA rolled out the SLS (Space Launch System) rocket’s core stage for the Artemis II test flight from its manufacturing facility in New Orleans on Tuesday for shipment to the agency’s spaceport in Florida. The rollout is key progress on the path to NASA’s first crewed mission to the Moon under the Artemis campaign.Using highly specialized transporters, engineers maneuvered the giant core stage from inside NASA’s Michoud Assembly Facility in New Orleans to the agency’s Pegasus barge. The barge will ferry the stage more than 900 miles to NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida, where engineers will prepare it in the Vehicle Assembly Building for attachment to other rocket and Orion spacecraft elements.“With Artemis, we’ve set our sights on doing something big and incredibly complex that will inspire a new generation, advance...
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NASA Deputy Administrator Holds First Bilateral Engagement with KASA
17 Jul
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NASA Deputy Administrator Holds First Bilateral Engagement with KASA

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NASA Space Technology Dacia MassengillJul 16, 2024NASA Deputy Administrator Pam Melroy conducted the first bilateral meeting on Monday with Dr. Young-bin Yoon, administrator of the newly established KASA (Korea AeroSpace Administration), which opened on May 27. The creation of KASA underscores the Republic of Korea’s commitment to advancing space exploration.The bilateral meeting marks a pivotal moment for a NASA’s relationship with KASA, building upon decades of bilateral ties with several Korean ministries and institutions. Melroy emphasized enhancing cooperation under the Artemis program and expanding science collaboration during discussions with Yoon. Looking ahead, NASA and KASA are exploring a wide range of opportunities and fostering innovation in new areas.Over the past year, the U.S.-Korea space relationship has seen significant progress, highlighted by increased engagements and collaborative initiatives across various space disciplines. These efforts include sharing data...
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