NASA volunteers launch next Mars simulation mission

The latest crew selected by NASA to undertake a simulated journey to Mars inside the agency’s Human Exploration Research Analogue. From left are Sergii Iakymov, Erin Anderson, Brandon Kent and Sarah Elizabeth McCandless. Credit: C7M3 Crew NASA selected a new team of four research volunteers to participate in a simulated mission to Mars inside HERA…

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The deep ocean floor generates its own oxygen

An international team of researchers, including a Northwestern University chemist, has discovered that metallic minerals on the deep ocean floor produce oxygen – 13,000 meters below the surface. The surprising discovery challenges long-held assumptions that only photosynthetic organisms, such as plants and algae, generate Earth’s oxygen. But the new discovery suggests there may be another…

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Photos: Juno spacecraft shares breathtaking pictures of Jupiter

The Juno spacecraft, on its mission to explore Jupiter, has recently shared a collection of stunning images showcasing the gas giant’s awe-inspiring beauty and complex atmospheric phenomena. Here’s a glimpse into the latest breathtaking visuals sent back to Earth: 1. Jupiter’s Majestic Storms The images capture Jupiter’s iconic Great Red Spot and other massive storms….

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