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Moog Highlights Growing Satellite Bus Capabilities with Full‑Scale METEOR Reveal at Space Symposium

Infrastructure lens: East Aurora, NY — Moog Inc. (NYSE: MOG.A and MOG.B), a worldwide designer, manufacturer and systems integrator of high-performance precision motion and fluid controls and control systems will highlight its […] The post M

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Antarctic Circumpolar Current: Key Insights into Its Formation and Role

Recent studies have elucidated the dynamics of the Antarctic Circumpolar Current, which transports over 100 times more water than all of Earth's rivers combined, impacting global climate.

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FOSSA targets Japan’s defense market as larger smallsats expand capabilities

Infrastructure lens: Spanish startup FOSSA Systems is pushing into Japan’s defense market after securing a local partner to expand its reach, building on a shift beyond tiny picosatellites used to connect low-power monitoring devices toward

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New Insights into Mosquito Reproduction May Enhance Control Strategies

Recent research has uncovered critical insights into mosquito reproduction, potentially paving the way for innovative control methods to combat mosquito-borne diseases.

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Understanding Cat Feeding Behavior: Beyond Fullness

Cats often leave food unfinished, a behavior influenced by various factors beyond mere fullness. This insight can inform better feeding strategies for pet owners.

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New MAGIC Toolkit Enhances Single-Cell Analysis Capabilities in Drosophila

Cornell University researchers have developed the MAGIC toolkit, enabling genome-wide single-cell analysis. This advancement will impact gene function studies significantly.

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Artemis II Crew Sets New Distance Record in Lunar Flyby Mission

NASA's Artemis II mission has achieved a significant milestone, with the crew reaching 252,760 miles from Earth, surpassing the previous record set by Apollo 13.

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Study Reveals Prey Partitioning Among Himalayan Apex Predators

Research in Nepal's Lapchi Valley shows how snow leopards, leopards, and Himalayan wolves coexist by dividing their prey, minimizing direct competition.

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Autonomous Robotic Floats Enhance Detection of Ocean Chemistry in Low-Oxygen Zones

A new detection method utilizing autonomous robotic floats reveals previously undetected chemical signatures in low-oxygen ocean zones, significantly advancing marine chemistry research.

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Female Olive Baboons Exhibit Post-Copulatory Sperm Selection

A recent study in PLOS Biology indicates that female olive baboons can influence paternity through mechanisms that operate after mating, highlighting complex reproductive strategies.

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Impact of Herbicides on Honeybee Cognition and Behavior

Recent research underscores the significant effects of herbicides on honeybee cognition, which is vital for their role in pollination and ecosystem health.

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First Quantum Ground State of Rotation Achieved in Two Dimensions

A collaborative research effort has successfully achieved the quantum ground state of rotation in two dimensions, enhancing our understanding of particle orientation in quantum mechanics.

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Advancements in Blood-Catalyzed Chemistry Enable In-Situ Polymer Synthesis for Brain Control

Recent developments in blood-catalyzed chemistry facilitate the creation of polymers within the human body, presenting significant implications for medical technology and brain control applications.

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Night Sky Network Celebrates Artemis II

Infrastructure lens: Today, the crew of Artemis II reaches a milestone, traveling farther than any humans in recorded history, as they orbit the far side of the Moon, roughly 4,000 miles above the lunar surface. You can watch this historic b

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Grants

Infrastructure lens: Grants Status Requests To submit a request, visit NASA General Information Request Form and complete the form. You will receive an automated email with the most commonly requested grant status information. Important Inst

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The Near Side of the Moon

Infrastructure lens: The astronauts aboard NASA’s Orion spacecraft captured this photo of the Moon’s near side on April 4, 2026. The image features dark patches at center and right; these are ancient lava flows, which are unique to this side

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New Exoplanet TOI-7169 b Discovered Orbiting Metal-Poor Star

Astronomers have identified TOI-7169 b, a 'hot Jupiter' exoplanet, utilizing NASA's TESS. This discovery highlights the unique characteristics of its host star, which is notably metal-poor.

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Study Reveals Contextual Influences on Conversational Alignment

A recent study highlights how situational factors affect the tendency of individuals to unconsciously mirror each other during conversations, impacting communication dynamics.

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Electrons in moiré crystals explore higher-dimensional quantum worlds

Infrastructure lens: A new study reveals how electrons in moiré crystals can access higher-dimensional quantum states, potentially revolutionizing electronics.

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Upgraded Electron Camera Detector Enhances Speed and Sensitivity

A newly installed detector has tripled the speed of electron cameras, significantly improving their capacity to capture ultrafast chemical processes at the atomic level.

Editorial Staff Apr 6