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Photons Traveling from Planets, Distant Stars, and Even Galaxies
The discovery of the photon dramatically changed the way in which we understand our galaxy. For centuries, the way in which light travels was incredibly misunderstood. Now that we understand how photons operate, NASA is able to use this information to make groundbreaking observations about space. -
Quick Question: Are There Too Many Asteroid Missions with NASA Currently?
It is no secret that NASA, as well as private space companies like SapceX and Blue Origin are attempting a trip to Mars in the not so distant future. Less glamorously, NASA has been launching a series of missions to nearby asteroids using unmanned probes. -
What Has The Film Hidden Figures Taught Us About NASA in the 1950s and 60s?
Hidden Figures is the true portrayal of three African-American women who were blended into a predominately male staff, performing mathematical calculations by hand to relieve the burden on the engineers.