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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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Curiosity Blogs: Sols 3998–4000: Four Thousand Sols of Exploration – NASA Mars Exploration

Curiosity Blogs: Sols 3998–4000: Four Thousand Sols of Exploration – NASA Mars Exploration

Scientists love to share the adventure of exploring Mars with the public, revealing their research and providing close-up views of the Martian terrain...

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Curiosity Blog | Sols 3946-3947: Onwards to Bishop

Curiosity Blog | Sols 3946-3947: Onwards to Bishop

Dr. Lauren Edgar shares the tactical planning work done as part of NASA's Mars Science Laboratory rover mission for Earth planning date Monday...

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The Sixth Planetary Data Workshop convened, advancing planetary data solutions and connections

The Sixth Planetary Data Workshop convened, advancing planetary data solutions and connections

USGS Astrogeology Science Center celebrates another successful year of data collaboration, learning, and networking at the 6th Planetary Data Workshop...

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Curiosity Blog | Sols 3900-3901: Making the Most of Limited Power

Curiosity Blog | Sols 3900-3901: Making the Most of Limited Power

Dr. Ken Herkenhoff usually shares the tactical planning work he and others are doing as part of NASA's Mars Science Laboratory rover mission, but this...

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Sols 3895-3897: Navigating Through the Crater Cluster

Sols 3895-3897: Navigating Through the Crater Cluster

Earth planning date: Friday, July 21, 2023

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Curiosity Blog | Sols 3853–3856: Time To Try a New Route

Curiosity Blog | Sols 3853–3856: Time To Try a New Route

Dr. Lauren Edgar shares the tactical planning work she and others are doing as part of NASA's Mars Science Laboratory rover mission: This blog covers...

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It is easier than ever to view Mars landscapes in high resolution

It is easier than ever to view Mars landscapes in high resolution

U.S. Geological Survey releases huge amounts of Mars data in ready-to-use formats. This will allow scientists and the public to view Mars at high...

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USGS Flagstaff Science Campus' Poster Social Convenes With Success

USGS Flagstaff Science Campus' Poster Social Convenes With Success

On Thursday, 1 June 2023, USGS Astrogeology hosted its annual poster session, a highly anticipated social event where members of the Flagstaff Science...

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Astrogeology celebrates STEM-based outreach in the community

Astrogeology celebrates STEM-based outreach in the community

This year marks the tenth year Astrogeology has joined STEM City’s community-based initiative to strengthen Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math...

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Curiosity Blog | Sols 3819–3820: Brushing Ubajara

Curiosity Blog | Sols 3819–3820: Brushing Ubajara

Dr. Ken Herkenhoff shares the tactical planning work he and others are doing as part of NASA's Mars Science Laboratory rover mission. Set eyes on a...

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