Exoplanet WASP-69b has a cometlike tail – this unique feature is helping scientists like me learn more about how planets evolve
Research on one exoplanet that’s rapidly losing its atmosphere is hinting to scientists why exoplanets tend to look a certain way.
Dakotah Tyler, Ph.D. Candidate in Astrophysics, University of California, Los Angeles •
conversation
May 8, 2024 • ~9 min
May 8, 2024 • ~9 min
Venus is losing water faster than previously thought – here’s what that could mean for the early planet’s habitability
Studying Venus’ water loss can help scientists better understand how planets go from potentially habitable to incapable of supporting life.
Eryn Cangi, Research Scientist in Astrophysical & Planetary Sciences, University of Colorado Boulder •
conversation
May 6, 2024 • ~8 min
May 6, 2024 • ~8 min
Starliner: Boeing prepares to launch its first crewed spacecraft as it chases after SpaceX
Starliner is only the second vehicle to launch astronauts from US soil since the retirement of the shuttle in 2011.
Gareth Dorrian, Post Doctoral Research Fellow in Space Science, University of Birmingham •
conversation
May 3, 2024 • ~8 min
May 3, 2024 • ~8 min
Boeing’s Starliner launch – delayed again – will be an important milestone for commercial spaceflight
The Starliner’s planned crewed test on May 6, 2024, was scrubbed after a technical issue with the rocket taking it up to orbit.
Wendy Whitman Cobb, Professor of Strategy and Security Studies, Air University •
conversation
May 2, 2024 • ~8 min
May 2, 2024 • ~8 min
Boeing’s Starliner is about to launch − if successful, the test represents an important milestone for commercial spaceflight
The Starliner has had delays and issues. The May 2024 launch will put its capacity to carry crew to the International Space Station to the test.
Wendy Whitman Cobb, Professor of Strategy and Security Studies, Air University •
conversation
May 2, 2024 • ~8 min
May 2, 2024 • ~8 min
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