Science & Astronomy

No transits of Proxima Centauri planets in high-cadence TESS data

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No transits of Proxima Centauri planets in high-cadence TESS data

SNN November 18, 2021

TOI 1338 b is a circumbinary planet orbiting its two stars. It was discovered by TESS. Credit:...

Solar Orbiter returns to Earth before starting its main science mission

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Solar Orbiter returns to Earth before starting its main science mission

SNN November 18, 2021

Solar Orbiter’s riskiest flyby. Credit: European Space Agency Solar Orbiter is returning to Earth for a flyby...

NASA to Host Briefing on Laser Communications Demonstration

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NASA to Host Briefing on Laser Communications Demonstration

SNN November 10, 2021

The Laser Communications Relay Demonstration undergoes final inspections at Astrotech Space Operations facility in Titusville, Florida. Credits:...

Global Climate Change Impact on Crops Expected Within 10 Years, NASA Study Finds

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Global Climate Change Impact on Crops Expected Within 10 Years, NASA Study Finds

SNN November 3, 2021

Credits: NASA/Katy Mersmann NEW YORK (NASA PR) — Climate change may affect the production of maize (corn)...