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Astrogeology reflects on Asteroid Impact Modeling Working Group

Astrogeology reflects on Asteroid Impact Modeling Working Group

On May 29-30, USGS Astrogeology hosted scientists and experts from multiple US Government agencies to share ideas and advancements in the field of...

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Astrogeology catches a ride to the Moon with Lunar-VISE!

Astrogeology catches a ride to the Moon with Lunar-VISE!

NASA’s Lunar-VISE, or Lunar Vulkan Imaging Spectroscopy Explorer, is set to launch in 2027 and USGS Astrogeology Research Space Scientist, Dr. Kristen...

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Sols 4205-4206: Curiosity Would Like One of Each, Please!

Sols 4205-4206: Curiosity Would Like One of Each, Please!

You know that feeling at the ice cream shop when you’re presented with so many tantalizing options and you have to narrow it down to just a few to...

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Sols 4159-4160: A Fully Loaded First Sol

Sols 4159-4160: A Fully Loaded First Sol

The NASA Curiosity rover continues to make progress along the margin of upper Gediz Vallis ridge.

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Sols 4141-4143: An Intriguing Mess

Sols 4141-4143: An Intriguing Mess

NASA's Mars Curiosity Rover is approaching an intriguing pile of rocks.

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Explosive volcanism on the Moon: What if I told you NASA was looking to turn what’s left over into rocket fuel?

Explosive volcanism on the Moon: What if I told you NASA was looking to turn what’s left over into rocket fuel?

Earth isn’t the only place with explosive volcanoes like Krakatoa or Mount St. Helens; the Moon has them too, and NASA is looking at ways to turn...

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International Women’s Day: We Aim to Inspire Women and Girls to Pursue STEM

International Women’s Day: We Aim to Inspire Women and Girls to Pursue STEM

For International Women’s Day, women from the Astrogeology Science Center share stories of their work and achievements to inspire women and girls...

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A Belated New Year’s Resolution: Celebrating Life!

A Belated New Year’s Resolution: Celebrating Life!

Since we’ve all somehow made it to 2024, that calls for a celebration. At the USGS Astrogeology Science Center, one of our resolutions in 2024 is to...

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Student team working with Astrogeology wins award for innovative work and presentation

Student team working with Astrogeology wins award for innovative work and presentation

For their work with their USGS mentors, the Northern Arizona University Geo-Kings team won an award, celebrating their presentation and progress! 

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Flagstaff Science Center’s Open House: A Great Sunday Success!

Flagstaff Science Center’s Open House: A Great Sunday Success!

We wish to extend our warmest thanks to all who joined us at the USGS Flagstaff Science Campus Open House on Nov 5, 2023, here in Flagstaff, Arizona...

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How long does it take to cook a turkey in space?

How long does it take to cook a turkey in space?

As we get together this holiday season and prepare our turkey feasts, we’ve been pondering life on other planets and moons. What would it be like to...

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The formation of our solar system was a destructive process!

The formation of our solar system was a destructive process!

How did the planets and moons in our solar system form? How do we know they involve collisions called ‘giant impacts’? Read on to find out more about...

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