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The James Webb Space Telescope

Much of the history of our universe remains a mystery to us. The capabilities of the James Webb Space Telescope will drive humanity further into our understanding of the cosmos by looking billions of years into the past at the earliest galaxies, as well as observing exoplanets that humanity may one day step foot on.

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Year in Review

Despite the hardships we all faced this year, progress in space never stops. Take a look back at 2020 with this gallery, featuring the 100 best images selected by the NASA HQ Photo Team.

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WATCH: Mars in 4K

Take a look at this video showcasing stunning 4K photos of the surface of Mars taken by the cameras mounted on the NASA Mars Rovers and learn some interesting facts with the featured commentary. Watch.

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Return to the Moon

In 1969 humanity took its first steps on the Moon. Now, decades later, we are going back. With new technologies such as the SLS Rocket, modern landers, and Artemis generation spacesuits, we will be able to explore the lunar surface like never before.

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The Search for life beyond

While we are barely making our way beyond Earth, the search continues for life beyond our solar system. Learn how scientists are observing foreign worlds orbiting other stars and how some may possess conditions for potential extraterrestrial life.

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Black Holes

A look at black holes

Black holes are common in the universe. There is even a supermassive black hole at the center of our own galaxy. Despite their size, black holes can't be seen with the naked eye. Learn more.

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Old but gold: Carl Sagan and the 4th dimension

Humans are 3-dimensional beings, but did you know that there could exist a fourth dimension beyond our understanding? In this video, beloved scientist Carl Sagan explains this strange concept using a tesseract as an example. Watch.

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Water World

Beneath Jupiter's icy moon of Europa lies a salty-water ocean that could harber conditions for life beyond earth. Read More

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