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Sols 4141-4143: An Intriguing Mess

Sols 4141-4143: An Intriguing Mess

NASA's Mars Curiosity Rover is approaching an intriguing pile of rocks.

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Explosive volcanism on the Moon: What if I told you NASA was looking to turn what’s left over into rocket fuel?

Explosive volcanism on the Moon: What if I told you NASA was looking to turn what’s left over into rocket fuel?

Earth isn’t the only place with explosive volcanoes like Krakatoa or Mount St. Helens; the Moon has them too, and NASA is looking at ways to turn...

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International Women’s Day: We Aim to Inspire Women and Girls to Pursue STEM

International Women’s Day: We Aim to Inspire Women and Girls to Pursue STEM

For International Women’s Day, women from the Astrogeology Science Center share stories of their work and achievements to inspire women and girls...

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A Belated New Year’s Resolution: Celebrating Life!

A Belated New Year’s Resolution: Celebrating Life!

Since we’ve all somehow made it to 2024, that calls for a celebration. At the USGS Astrogeology Science Center, one of our resolutions in 2024 is to...

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Student team working with Astrogeology wins award for innovative work and presentation

Student team working with Astrogeology wins award for innovative work and presentation

For their work with their USGS mentors, the Northern Arizona University Geo-Kings team won an award, celebrating their presentation and progress! 

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Flagstaff Science Center’s Open House: A Great Sunday Success!

Flagstaff Science Center’s Open House: A Great Sunday Success!

We wish to extend our warmest thanks to all who joined us at the USGS Flagstaff Science Campus Open House on Nov 5, 2023, here in Flagstaff, Arizona...

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How long does it take to cook a turkey in space?

How long does it take to cook a turkey in space?

As we get together this holiday season and prepare our turkey feasts, we’ve been pondering life on other planets and moons. What would it be like to...

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The formation of our solar system was a destructive process!

The formation of our solar system was a destructive process!

How did the planets and moons in our solar system form? How do we know they involve collisions called ‘giant impacts’? Read on to find out more about...

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Curiosity Blogs: Sols 3998–4000: Four Thousand Sols of Exploration – NASA Mars Exploration

Curiosity Blogs: Sols 3998–4000: Four Thousand Sols of Exploration – NASA Mars Exploration

Scientists love to share the adventure of exploring Mars with the public, revealing their research and providing close-up views of the Martian terrain...

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Curiosity Blog | Sols 3946-3947: Onwards to Bishop

Curiosity Blog | Sols 3946-3947: Onwards to Bishop

Dr. Lauren Edgar shares the tactical planning work done as part of NASA's Mars Science Laboratory rover mission for Earth planning date Monday...

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The Sixth Planetary Data Workshop convened, advancing planetary data solutions and connections

The Sixth Planetary Data Workshop convened, advancing planetary data solutions and connections

USGS Astrogeology Science Center celebrates another successful year of data collaboration, learning, and networking at the 6th Planetary Data Workshop...

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Curiosity Blog | Sols 3900-3901: Making the Most of Limited Power

Curiosity Blog | Sols 3900-3901: Making the Most of Limited Power

Dr. Ken Herkenhoff usually shares the tactical planning work he and others are doing as part of NASA's Mars Science Laboratory rover mission, but this...

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