Amateur Astronomers Can Do Real Science During Lunar Eclipse
You don't need fancy equipment to contribute to real lunar science. The March 2026 total lunar eclipse offers three simple projects anyone with clear skies can tackle.
Search
Find uplifting stories about heroes, innovations, and solutions
11390 results for "lunar science"
NASA Picks Astrolab's Lunar Rover for 4 Science Missions
A private space company is about to send the first commercial lunar rover to the Moon carrying four NASA experiments that could unlock secrets about future moon bases. The mission launches later this year, marking a new era of public-private space exploration.
NASA's Cindy Evans Trains Astronauts for Lunar Science
A former oceanographer who dreamed of exploring the Moon is now preparing Artemis astronauts to unlock lunar secrets. Cindy Evans' geology training helped the Artemis II crew capture scientific observations that will shape future missions.
NASA's First Artemis II Science Officers Ready for Moon Mission
Three scientists have become NASA's first certified Artemis II science officers, bringing lunar geology expertise directly into Mission Control. They'll guide astronauts in real-time observations during humanity's first crewed Moon flyby in over 50 years.
Art-Science Partnerships Gain Recognition as Trust Tool
Scientists are calling for more collaborations between artists and researchers to rebuild public confidence in science. The strategy comes as funding cuts threaten research programs worldwide.
New Science Series Shows Climate Research in Action
A major science organization is launching a digital series that shows how Earth science research translates into real solutions for communities worldwide. The series premiews in December 2026 and goes global in January 2027.
900 Calgary Students Show Off Science Fair Projects
Over 900 Calgary students from Grade 5 to 12 are presenting their self-designed science experiments at the city's largest youth science fair this weekend. Two Grade 12 students developed a promising wound infection detector using red cabbage extract after a cooking accident sparked their curiosity.
Hong Kong Hosts Top Science Prize for 4th Straight Year
Three Chinese scientists won major awards for breakthrough research as Hong Kong cements its role as Asia's science hub. The Future Science Prize, China's first privately funded research award, chose the city for its fourth consecutive year.
Africa Gets $42M Boost for Science Innovation Through 2034
Six international partners just pledged $42 million to fuel Africa's ambitious 10-year science and innovation strategy. The funding will help African nations build stronger research systems and solve local challenges through homegrown science.
Professor Cuts Publications In Half For Better Science
A public health professor is slashing his annual research output from 15 papers to just seven, betting that quality beats quantity in science. His radical move challenges a system where some researchers now pump out more than 60 papers yearly.
Watch Free Livestreams of Aug. 27 Partial Lunar Eclipse
Three free YouTube livestreams will bring a spectacular partial lunar eclipse to viewers worldwide on August 27-28, 2026, when Earth's shadow will cover 96% of the full moon. Even if clouds block your view, expert astronomers will guide you through the "almost blood moon" from multiple locations.
96% Partial Lunar Eclipse Next Week: Best Until 2028
Next week's near-total lunar eclipse will bathe 96% of the moon in rusty red light, creating the deepest partial eclipse visible anywhere on Earth until 2028. Millions across the Americas, Europe, and Africa can witness this spectacular cosmic show from their backyards. #
)
Cambridge Science Park Plans 20,000 Jobs in £3bn Expansion
Trinity College just unveiled a privately funded plan to triple the Cambridge Science Park's size, creating 20,000 high-value jobs while opening a free public Park of Science to inspire local kids in STEM. The 50-year masterplan transforms Britain's oldest science park into a £3 billion innovation hub for life sciences, tech, and clean energy.
China Invests in Homegrown Science Journals Over Western Fees
China's largest research institution is redirecting funds from expensive Western science journals to build its own publishing system. The move could reshape global science publishing and make research more accessible worldwide.
Moon's Ice Could Power Humanity's First Lunar Base
Scientists have discovered frozen water hidden in the Moon's permanently shadowed craters, and it could be the key to building our first permanent lunar home. This ice treasure could provide everything future moon settlers need: drinking water, rocket fuel, and building materials.
NASA Scraps Moon Station to Build Lunar Base by 2036
NASA just announced it's canceling plans for a lunar space station and instead will build an ambitious Moon base over the next decade. The agency is shifting from expensive, slow-moving projects to focused action that could land four astronauts on the Moon for month-long missions within 12 years.
U.S. Invests $100M to Unlock AI-Powered Science Discoveries
The National Science Foundation just launched a $100 million program to transform existing scientific datasets into AI-ready tools that could accelerate breakthroughs across research fields. Instead of collecting new data, scientists will unlock hidden insights from decades of valuable research already sitting in databases.
High-Tech Research Ship Makes Ocean Science Accessible
A billionaire-backed vessel is revolutionizing marine research by pairing cutting-edge science with Hollywood-level storytelling. OceanXplorer partners with local scientists worldwide to explore the deep sea while sharing discoveries with millions online.
Florida Science Center Hosts Cocktail Chemistry Fundraiser
A Panama City science museum is turning cocktail hour into a chemistry lesson. Local bartenders will demonstrate the science behind mixology while guests vote for the best drinks.
Framingham Teacher Wins National Science Education Award
Rebecca Maynard, a high school science teacher in Massachusetts, has earned one of just six national awards recognizing excellence in teaching. Her work includes bringing real-world climate science into the classroom through expeditions to Kenya and Alaska.
Showing 20 of 11390