Everyone has seen a snowflake up close and admired its unique shape. But how do these intricate patterns form? The experiment "Pattern...

Space missions are not just about big rockets—they’re also about small innovations that make life in orbit safer and more comfortable....

When a spacecraft returns to Earth, it faces extreme forces—searing heat, violent shaking, and sudden deceleration. Capturing what...

Earth is constantly radiating heat into space. But what if we could see that heat in incredible detail? That’s exactly what the...

Imagine standing on one leg with your eyes closed. On Earth, your body knows how to balance without even thinking. But what if you were...

Have you ever wondered how plants know to grow their roots downward? On Earth, gravity plays a major role in guiding root growth. But in...

How can space help us heal better on Earth? That’s the question behind a fascinating ISS experiment led by Dr. Elaine Horn-Ranney and her...

Spending months aboard the International Space Station (ISS) may sound like a dream, but it comes with a serious downside: muscle and...

Imagine being a college student and watching your very own satellite launch into orbit. That’s the dream turned reality for students at...

What happens when Hungary’s brightest scientific minds team up with the International Space Station (ISS)? The result is a groundbreaking...

When you think of spaceflight hardware, high school students might not be the first people who come to mind. But through NASA’s HUNCH...

In space, even the simplest tools need a redesign. Take something as basic as a tape dispenser. On Earth, you might not think twice about...

What if high school students could design tools that are actually used by astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS)? Thanks...

Think about how often you use your muscles—from standing up and walking to typing and even blinking. Now imagine living in an environment...

Imagine a thriving ecosystem inside your body—one that not only digests food but also supports your immune system, mental health, and...

Imagine trying to thread a needle or solve a puzzle while floating in microgravity. The Human Dexterity and Cognition in a Spaceflight...

Transporting sensitive experiments and equipment to the International Space Station requires more than just secure packaging. It demands...

One of the big challenges of space station operations is managing complex wiring and data connections. That’s where the HTV Wireless LAN...

As the world shifts toward miniaturized space technology, the HSU-SAT1 experiment stands out as a shining example of innovation in a tiny...

When conducting science aboard the International Space Station (ISS), one major challenge is returning samples and equipment to Earth....