NASA Science
NASA Science seeks to discover the secrets of the universe, search for life elsewhere, and protect and improve life on Earth and in space.
NASA’s Artemis II Live Views from Kennedy Space Center
This live feed from our Kennedy Space Center in Florida will provide continuous views of the Artemis II Moon rocket beginning on Thursday, March 19, with rollout from the Vehicle Assembly Building to Launch Pad 39B. While the Artemis II launch window opens as early as Wednesday, April 1, the mission management team will assess flight readiness across the spacecraft, launch infrastructure, and the crew and operations teams before selecting a launch date. Through Artemis, NASA will send astronauts to explore the Moon for scientific discovery, economic benefits, and to build the foundation for the first crewed missions to Mars.
Live View from Kennedy Space Center
The Science Behind
‘Project Hail Mary’
In the science-fiction novel and movie “Project Hail Mary,” the story revolves around the rigors of an astronaut working and surviving during a yearslong mission, the power of deep-space communications, the search for life beyond Earth, and nearby star systems that actually exist — Tau Ceti and 40 Eridani A.
Let NASA shed some light: Explore the resources below to learn the science facts fueling the science fiction.
Experience the closest thing to standing next to the actual JWST
Joining other historic NASA missions like Apollo, Voyager, and the Discovery Space Shuttle, Webb’s Optical Telescope Element Pathfinder has made its way to the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Smithsonian museum for permanent display.
The Pathfinder is the largest intact mirror support structure of its kind, comprised of exotic lightweight materials invented for the purpose of seeing near to the very limits of the observable universe.
Featured Missions
Our mission milestones showcase the breadth and depth of NASA science.
IMAP
Launched September 24, 2025, IMAP will help researchers better understand the boundary of the heliosphere, a huge bubble created by the Sun surrounding and protecting our solar system.
Pandora
Pandora is a small satellite designed to characterize exoplanet atmospheres and their host stars. It is slated to observe at least 20 different planets during its one year of science operations.
Dragonfly
Dragonfly, the first-of-its-kind rotorcraft to explore another world, will fly to various locations on Saturn’s moon Titan and investigate the moon’s habitability.
What’s Up: April 2026 Skywatching Tips
Mercury shines at its brightest for the year, the Lyrid meteor shower peaks, and a bright new comet makes an appearance in April’s night sky. Catch Mercury low in the eastern sky before sunrise on April 3 at its greatest elongation. Then look up late April 21 into the 22nd for the Lyrids, with “shooting stars” radiating near the bright star Vega. Also this month, Comet C/2025 R3 (Pan-STARRS) may be visible with binoculars or a telescope, especially around April 17, before making its closest approach to Earth on April 27.
More Skywatching Tips from NASA2026 NASA Science Calendar
Image of the Month
April – Cloud Rays Over the Peruvian Coast. (NASA/PACE Ocean Color Instrument)
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Learn about those of the NASA corps who make “space sailing” their career profession.
NASA Volunteers help discover Earth-like candidate planet
NASA volunteers and a citizen scientist-turned-professional helped discover a candidate planet remarkably similar to Earth.
Learn More about NASA Volunteers help discover Earth-like candidate planet
Most Notable 2026 Astronomical Events
This year will be busy for avid skywatchers, with some incredible opportunities to view meteor showers, planets, and the Moon in the night sky.
See the Top Sky Watching Events
Division Highlight: Biological & Physical Sciences
Revolutionary research in extraordinary places
BPS research contributes to breakthroughs that advance national priorities and maintain U.S. leadership in science and technology.
Studying the fundamental effects of space stressors (such as radiation and microgravity) on biological and physical phenomena promotes mission success and benefits life on Earth.
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NASA Science Strategy
Our science strategy articulates a forward-thinking vision and presents a comprehensive, cohesive and long-term roadmap for all NASA activities.
People of NASA Science
Meet the individuals who are instrumental in enabling the realization of NASA Science’s extraordinary mission.
NASA Science Careers
Discover career opportunities at NASA Science, where innovation, growth and collaboration shape the future of scientific exploration.
