Full report Exploration as a scientific endeavor exemplifies great American innovation. The first human steps on Mars will be a watershed moment for humanity and for science. The endeavor to […]
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Advancement of “Science as a Service (SaaS)” for NASA and Commercial Partners Request for Information
A new Science Mission Directorate (SMD) Request for Information (RFI) entitled “Advancement of “Science as a Service (SaaS) for NASA and Commercial Partners” (NNH26ZDA006L) seeks input from commercial and research […]
NASA ROSES-25 Amendment 50: Physical Sciences: Research Studies Not Solicited in ROSES-25
The NASA Physical Sciences (PS) program is part of the Biological and Physical Sciences Division. This program element will investigate physical phenomena in the absence of gravity and fundamental laws […]
NASA Astrobiology Update At Space Science Week 2026(with audio)
On 23 March 2026 the NASA Astrobiology Program staff gave an update presentation at National Academies of Science Space Science Week 2026
National Academies of Science Space Science Week 2026 – Astrobiology Update
Each year, Space Science Week at the National Academies of Science brings together leaders across the space science disciplines to explore the latest developments and discuss the future of the […]
Building A Roadmap For Hubble Science Into The 2030s
Hubble remains an indispensable resource for the astronomy and planetary science community as it approaches the end of its fourth decade in operations. The dynamic astronomical landscape, with facilities with […]
Ocean Worlds Working Group (OWWG) Draft Traceability Available For Community Comment
The Ocean Worlds Working Group (OWWG) has released a draft traceability matrix that defines the OWWG’s driving science questions for future Ocean Worlds exploration, and the science investigations, measurements, instruments, […]
The COSPAR Policy On Planetary Protection: An Overview Of Governance And Activities
The search for both extant and extinct life within our Solar System and beyond has been a primary motivation for space exploration since its inception.
JWST Users Committee Meeting – Rocky Worlds Director’s Discretionary Program
The JWST Users Committee (JSTUC) met in person in Baltimore on December 2 and 3, 2025. Presentations included updates on the overall status of the mission, the JWST pipeline, the […]
NASA Astrobiology: Register For The NASA-DARES Task Force 2 Community Webinars
The NASA Astrobiology Program is pleased to announce the upcoming NASA Decadal Astrobiology Research and Exploration Strategy (NASA-DARES) Community Webinar Series, marking the next phase of open community engagement in […]
