Latest articles by Becky Iannotta
Bolden Reacts To Reports of His Impending NASA Nomination
U.S. President Barack Obama’s science adviser told Congress May 14 a NASA administrator will be announced “very shortly.”
Obama's NASA Budget Draws Mixed Reviews
Obama's 2010 budget request calls for a full review of NASA's plans and does not reflect his campaign promises, officials said.
Astronaut Class of 2009 Has No Spaceship
NASA's 2009 astronaut class will be the first in 3 decades with no chance to launch on a space shuttle.
NASA Chief Candidate Appointed to DOE Post
Another candidate for NASA's top post has been nominated to a different agency by President Obama.
Space Solar Power Crowd Bets on Obama
Space solar power advocates are hoping the Obama administration will revive their experiment.
Satellite Crash: Who's to Blame?
The Feb. 10 collision of two satellites highlights the challenge of preventing such events and is a sign of more to come.
Economic Stimulus Package Contains $1 Billion for NASA
NASA stands to receive $1 billion of a $789 billion economic stimulus package under discussion.
U.S. Satellite Destroyed in Space Collision
An unprecedented collision with a Russian satellite has destroyed a U.S. communications satellite.
Senate Passes Stimulus Bill Containing $1.3 Billion for NASA
The Senate passed an $838 billion stimulus bill Tuesday that includes $1.3 billion for NASA.
Interim NASA Chief Takes Charge Until Obama Settles on Successor
NASA Associate Administrator Chris Scolese is leading the space agency until a successor is settled.
Chicago Firm Protests Space Station Cargo Contract
Chicago-based PlanetSpace is protesting NASA's station cargo award to other firms.
Key U.S. Senator Cautions Obama on NASA Pick
President-Elect Obama has asked USAF Maj. Gen. Scott Gration to head NASA, insiders say.
Obama Asks Retired Air Force General to Run NASA
President-Elect Obama has asked USAF Maj. Gen. Scott Gration to head NASA, insiders say.
Earth Scientist Emerges as Possible Replacement for NASA Chief
Earth scientist Charles Kennel has arisen as a new candidate to replace NASA Chief Mike Griffin.
Space Shuttle Extension Options Carry High Costs
NASA's options to extend shuttle flights beyond 2010 carry billions in costs.
NASA Might Change Hubble Mission Requirement to Keep Ares 1-X on Schedule
NASA may change Hubble shuttle rescue plans to aid Ares rocket test.
Space Communications Patent Spans Solar System
Mobile Satellite Ventures has a patent on a hybrid space communications system.
Report: Space Shuttle Retirement Date in Jeopardy
NASA's plan to retire its shuttle fleet by 2010 faces big challengs, a new report finds.
China's Space Capability Could Surpass United States, Panel Warns
Experts say China's space capabilities could surpass U.S. technology.
Grounded Space Tourist Sues for $21 Million Refund
A grounded Japanese space tourist is suing for a refund.
U.S. Billionaire to Make Second Private Spaceflight
Former space tourist Charles Simonyi has signed on for a second trip to orbit.
Experiment Boosts Hopes for Space Solar Power
A scientist has used radio waves to transmit solar power between two islands.
1st Responders Urged To Check Mobile Satcom Gear Early
Emergency workers should check their mobile satellite communications gear.
