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Why You Should Make Plans Now To Witness 2019’s ‘Super Blood Wolf Moon’, Total Solar Eclipse

Posted by Michael Lance in biotech/medical, space

Dec 12
2018

Most people don’t see and experience the most exciting astronomical events not because they don’t care, but because they don’t make a plan. So here’s some advance warning. 2019 will start with a rare ‘Super Blood Wolf Moon’ eclipse, but it’s only the first of many incredible stargazing events in 2019. From eclipses and comets to supermoons and a Transit of Mercury, here’s exactly when, where and why to look up at the night sky during 2019.

1 – Super Blood Wolf Moon Eclipse

When: Sunday/Monday, January 20/21, 2019

TODAY at 3 p.m

Posted by Michael Lance in space

Dec 12
2018

EST: Parker Solar Probe has already flown closer to the Sun than any other spacecraft! NASA Sun Science researchers share what they expect to see from the first measurements within the Sun’s dynamic atmosphere, and how that data will redefine our understanding of our star and its effects throughout the solar system. Tune in: https://go.nasa.gov/2GbhxUs #AGU18

Wondering what a CubeSat is?

Posted by Michael Lance in space

Dec 12
2018

Here are fun fast facts about it.

Photo Credit: Canadian Space Agency

http://www.asc-csa.gc.ca/eng/satellites/cubesat/what-is-a-cubesat.asp

Why Mars Is The Hardest Planet To Land On

Posted by Alberto Lao in space

Dec 12
2018

New Telescopes In Tow, Astronomers Start Search For ‘Potentially Habitable’ Worlds

Posted by Bill Retherford in space

Dec 12
2018

Earth-size planets are the target.

NASA offers advice on how to rescue Tony Stark

Posted by Michael Lance in food, space

Dec 12
2018

NASA directed Marvel to listen for a signal from Stark saying “Avengers, we have a problem.” #INQEntertainment

MANILA, Philippines — Tony Stark being stranded in space without food, water or air in the “Avengers: Endgame” trailer stirred the emotions of many Marvel fans.

Pinoy team to compete in global NASA Space Apps Challenge

Posted by Michael Lance in internet, space

Dec 12
2018

The ISDApp was designed to communicate useful information to fishermen (such as real-time weather updates, sunrise and sunset times, wind speed, and cloud coverage) without the need for an internet connection. #SpaceApps #SpaceAppsPH

For the first time, a Filipino-made app was selected to join the global NASA Space Apps Challenge. Current latest trending Philippine headlines on science, technology breakthroughs, hardware devices, geeks, gaming, web/desktop applications, mobile apps, social media buzz and gadget reviews.

Space mining: the new goldrush

Posted by Genevieve Klien in space

Dec 11
2018

While space mining is still a decade or so off, next year the industry is ramping up their efforts.

LIVE NOW: Do you like penguins?

Posted by Michael Lance in space

Dec 11
2018

Do you like space? 🌌 A science team is presenting about their expedition to document a supercolony of penguins in Antarctica — which they found by using NASA Earth satellite imagery! 🛰️ Learn all about how to study penguins from space! https://go.nasa.gov/2rsoF4y

First #selfie! I’m feeling healthy, energized and whole. This is me on #Mars

Posted by Michael Lance in space

Dec 11
2018

http://go.nasa.gov/2Qn6Pi6&h=AT3np_oMoCPYbhx9QJX-8XPwlEEXDwA…yHFVXA4jcw