🚀 Space
Space is the final frontier and is now being opened to everyone thanks to front runners such as NASA and now SpaceX and Elon Musk, Blue Origin and Virgin Galactic.
💡Why exploring Mars makes a difference for life on Earth
Is it a waste of both money and time to go to Mars? Or, is it to the great benefit of all mankind and our planet? In this article, Cornelia Ekvall shows why the answer to the latter question is a resounding: YES!
🛰 Boost for satellite tech in Africa
Following years of research, a South African firm in collaboration with its partners has developed a new system that gives mobility to satellites launched into space.
🛰 Nanoracks secures partners for commercial space station
A significant step is taken towards launching the first commercial space station as Nanoracks teams up with an aerospace giant.
🖖 Star trek hero overwhelmed after space voyage
Captain Kirk goes to space, breaking a record and returning with a new admiration for our green earth.
🎞 The new space race is all about drama - just ask Tom Cruise
The first actress and producer have boarded the International Space Station to record the first feature film shot in space.
🛰 Capsule Lucy to investigate Trojan Asteroids
NASA's Lucy asteroid probe is set to begin its 12-year space mission in just a few weeks. The craft will set several records and grant us more knowledge on the creation of the solar system.
☢ Nuclear-electric rocket could shorten Mars trip to one month
Being in development since the late 1970s, VASIMIR engines allow for unparalleled speed and efficiency, making voyages to Mars much safer.
🔭 International telescope project closes its first round
Within weeks, the South African based HERA-project reaches an important milestone. Having completed 350 "dishes" it is laying the foundations of tomorrow's radio astronomy.
🔭 Building blocks for life found around young stars
A new study has identified building blocks necessary for life in several protoplanetary discs surrounding young stars.