Sarah Wild

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NASA astronaut Michael Hopkins celebrating the announcement in August 2018 that he would be flying to the International Space Station on the first full-fledged mission of the SpaceX Crew Dragon.

Michael Hopkins: NASA astronaut and SpaceX Crew Dragon commander

By Sarah Wild published

A brief summary of Michael Hopkins' career in the Air Force and at NASA.

Photo of NASA astronaut Shannon Walker in a blue flight suit with American flag patch on the sleeves. She is crossing her arms and smiling at the camera.

Shannon Walker: NASA astronaut and SpaceX Crew Dragon mission specialist

By Sarah Wild last updated

Here's a summary of Shannon Walker's career.

The forces of light and dark are basically equal at this moment on Earth.

What is an equinox?

By Sarah Wild last updated

Equinoxes occur twice a year when the sun is directly above the equator, and signal herald the beginning of spring and autumn.

How Glacial Biomarkers Can Hone the Search for Extraterrestrial Life

How Glacial Biomarkers Can Hone the Search for Extraterrestrial Life

By Sarah Wild published

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Are Viruses the New Frontier for Astrobiology?

By Sarah Wild published

Astrobiologists should consider searching for viruses in their quest to find evidence for life beyond Earth, some scientists stress.

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How Desert-Dwelling Earth Bacteria Can Aid Search for Life on Mars

By Sarah Wild published

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