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China's Chang'e-5 moon samples contain 'perplexing combination' of minerals
By Sharmila Kuthunur published
China's Chang'e-5 moon samples are giving scientists new insights into the history of our moon.
Humans on Mars could conduct far better science than any machine
By Leonard David published
NASA's moon-to-Mars strategy identifies science as one of three pillars upon which the agency's quest for a sustained human presence throughout the solar system is built.
Lunar astronauts could potentially make hummus with moon-grown chickpeas
By Sharmila Kuthunur published
A team of researchers has grown chickpeas in simulated moondust for the first time.
SLIM lander's precise 'moon sniper' tech will lend itself to future lunar missions
By Mariel Borowitz published
The technology that enabled SLIM's precision moon landing could assist future touchdowns by allowing spacecraft to land in relatively small areas amid rocky or uneven terrain.
Nuclear power on the moon: NASA wraps up 1st phase of ambitious reactor project
By Andrew Jones published
NASA is wrapping up the design phase of a project to develop concepts for a small, electricity-generating nuclear fission reactor for use on the moon.
Japan's SLIM moon lander snaps final photos before going dormant during lunar night
By Andrew Jones published
Japan's historic SLIM moon lander has powered down ahead of a likely mission-ending cold lunar nighttime — but not before grabbing some final images and loads of science data.
Japan's upside-down SLIM moon lander wakes up on lunar surface and snaps new photos
By Elizabeth Howell published
Japan's first moon lander is furiously doing science after staying asleep for more than a week. How long it can keep going remains unclear.
The moon could be perfect for cutting-edge telescopes — but not if we don't protect it
By Leonard David published
Moon-based telescopes would allow astronomers to conduct cutting-edge science. But given how busy the moon is getting, will the lunar surface be free enough from interference?
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