National Aeronautics and Space Administrion

Since its inception in 1958, NASA has accomplished many great scientific and technological feats in air and space. NASA technology also has been adapted for many nonaerospace uses by the private sector. NASA remains a leading force in scientific research and in stimulating public interest in aerospace exploration, as well as science and technology in general. Perhaps more importantly, our exploration of space has taught us to view Earth, ourselves, and the universe in a new way. While the tremendous technical and scientific accomplishments of NASA demonstrate vividly that humans can achieve previously inconceivable feats, we also are humbled by the realization that Earth is just a tiny "blue marble" in the cosmos. Check out our "Thinking About NASA History" folder online as an introduction to how history can help you.

Sunday, July 21, 2024

National Science Foundation

Did you know? "The National Science Foundation project (with contributions by the U.S. Department of Energy and private and donors like Simonyi Foundation) is, at its heart, a giant 8.4 meter patrol telescope. When it comes online in 2023, it will repeatedly scan the skies every night and analyze images for any differences--objects that newly appear, change in brightness, or move in unexpected ways. This ability will make dramatic scientific contributions to studies from everything from novae to supernovae to dark matter and gamma-ray bursts." Astronomy Magazine March 2021 "Sky Scanner" p. 26
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