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  1. How to stay upright while teaching from 260 miles above EarthWhen astronauts host live Q&A sessions with students from the International Space Station, they face a unique physical challenge: staying still in microgravity. Without the pull o…
  2. A six-hour journey to the edge of orbitWatch the arrival of the next generation of explorers as three astronauts and cosmonauts successfully dock with the International Space Station. This footage captures the precise …
  3. The continuous cycle of life aboard the International Space StationWatch how new crews transition from Earth to orbit, joining a rotating cast of international scientists to maintain a permanent human presence in space.
  4. How NASA brings the International Space Station into the classroomSpace exploration is no longer confined to high-level laboratories. Through interactive broadcasts, NASA is opening its doors to students, allowing them to interview flight contro…
  5. The orbital dance of space logistics: why cargo ships must leaveSpace stations are not permanent parking lots. To keep the International Space Station (ISS) running, cargo ships must perform a precise choreography of docking, unloading, and de…
  6. The heaviest payload ever launched by the European Space AgencyWhen the ATV-4 Albert Einstein launched, it carried more than just supplies; it carried the weight of European industrial might. Weighing over 44,000 pounds, this vessel became a …
  7. How mission control answers the next generation of space explorersWatch as ISS CapCom Hal Getzelman joins a live NASA Digital Learning Network broadcast to answer questions from elementary students about the realities of life and work in orbit.
  8. NASA's commitment to an inclusive workforce for LGBTQ individualsExplore how NASA's Johnson Space Center is actively working to create a supportive environment for LGBTQ students and future employees. This project highlights the agency's stance…
  9. How NASA bridges the gap between high school and orbitSpace exploration is no longer a distant observation for students. Through interactive broadcasts and direct access to mission controllers, NASA is actively integrating the next g…
  10. How NASA's diverse science programs benefit all of humankindExplore the breadth of NASA's scientific reach, from tracking near-Earth asteroids to peering into the deep past with the James Webb Space Telescope. This summary covers a major s…
  11. How the Albert Einstein ATV delivered 7 tons of supplies to orbitWitness the automated arrival of the European Space Agency's fourth Automated Transfer Vehicle. This video captures the docking of the Albert Einstein to the International Space S…
  12. NASA's newest astronaut class breaks gender records for deep spaceSelecting the next generation of explorers is a grueling process. After a year-and-a-half search through thousands of applications, NASA recently unveiled a class of eight trainee…
  13. From 6,300 applications to eight seats: the math of becoming an astronautThe path to space is defined by extreme scarcity. In 2013, NASA faced one of its largest application pools ever, filtering thousands of dreams down to a handful of individuals. Un…
  14. Bridging the gap between Kansas classrooms and the orbiting International Space StationOn a Wednesday in June, students in Hutchinson, Kansas, didn't just read about space exploration. They spoke directly to astronauts orbiting Earth, asking real-time questions abou…
  15. NASA's ambitious new mission to neutralize every asteroid threat to humanityNASA has launched a 'Grand Challenge' to identify and mitigate all asteroid threats to human populations. This initiative seeks to push the boundaries of innovation and technology…
  16. Inside the Command Center: How the ISS is Managed in Real TimeEver wondered what it takes to keep a laboratory orbiting the Earth? This interactive broadcast brings you behind the scenes of the International Space Station's flight control te…
  17. How astronauts maintain local ties from the International Space StationExperience a rare perspective on orbital life through a direct conversation between a NASA astronaut and her home state media. This interview highlights the human connection betwe…
  18. A $100 million view into the heart of a space iconExperience the interior of the Space Shuttle Atlantis like never before. This new exhibit at the Kennedy Space Center offers a rare, 360-degree perspective on the engineering marv…
  19. The high-stakes engineering behind the International Space Station's exterior maintenanceWatch as NASA flight directors and spacewalk leads break down the technical demands of Extravehicular Activities (EVAs). This briefing reveals the precision required to service th…
  20. The grueling physical and technical reality of orbital maintenanceSpace station maintenance is a high-stakes game of orbital construction. From replacing failed antennas to relocating grapple bars, astronauts must perform precise manual labor in…
  21. How LEGO bricks are shaping the next generation of aerospace engineersNASA is partnering with LEGO to host a design competition that invites the public to build the spacecraft of the future. This collaboration explores how tactile play can spark ser…
  22. Answering the stars: An astronaut hosts a Q&A while his colleagues walk in spaceWhile Chris Cassidy and Luca Parmitano performed a six and a half hour spacewalk outside the International Space Station, Tom Marshburn hosted a live Q&A at the Newseum. He spoke …
  23. How astronauts stay upright while chatting with students from orbitStanding still in microgravity is a physical impossibility without the right hardware. When astronauts host live Q&A sessions with students from the International Space Station, t…
  24. How a satellite link bridges the gap between a museum and orbitA student in Seattle can ask a question that travels thousands of miles to a mission controller in Houston, and then back again to the International Space Station. This live conne…
  25. The high-stakes reality of a water leak in deep spaceWhen an astronaut reports a buildup of water inside their helmet during a spacewalk, the mission clock stops instantly. A routine maintenance task transforms into a high-pressure …
  26. Why a routine space mission was cut short by water in a helmetOn July 16, a planned maintenance mission outside the International Space Station came to an unexpected end when a sudden equipment malfunction threatened visibility and safety.
  27. How Europe's massive uncrewed spacecraft kept the International Space Station in orbitBeyond simple cargo delivery, the European Space Agency's Automated Transfer Vehicle performed a vital, invisible task. While carrying food and science experiments, these massive …
  28. A harrowing moment when an astronaut's helmet filled with waterExperience a high-stakes orbital emergency through the eyes of Luca Parmitano. This video captures a personal account of a critical technical failure during a spacewalk and its im…
  29. When a routine spacewalk turns into a fight for breathA mission intended to last over six hours ended in just 92 minutes when an astronaut's helmet began filling with water. This sudden crisis highlights the extreme fragility of life…
  30. How NASA tests parachutes for deep space returnsThis video captures a critical test at the U.S. Army's Yuma Proving Ground. NASA is evaluating the Orion capsule's parachutes to ensure a safe Pacific Ocean landing after high-spe…
  31. The unpiloted logistics of keeping humans alive in orbitWatch the precise choreography of autonomous space logistics. This video captures the journey of a Russian Progress cargo ship as it navigates toward the International Space Stati…
  32. How do astronauts manage daily life and voting while orbiting Earth?Living aboard the International Space Station involves much more than scientific research. From washing hair in microgravity to participating in Earth-based elections via absentee…
  33. NASA selects 10 candidates from a pool of over 8,000 applicantsThe race to reach the Moon and Mars is intensifying. NASA has introduced its 2025 astronaut candidate class, a group of ten individuals selected from a massive pool of more than 8…
  34. How a single rover's landing ignited a new generation of space curiosityNASA is marking the one-year anniversary of the Curiosity rover's landing on Mars. This video explores how the mission transformed our understanding of the Red Planet and sparked …
  35. How to spot a spacecraft moving at 17,500 miles per hourIt resembles a brilliant star, yet it travels much faster than a standard airplane. Tracking the International Space Station requires extreme precision, because Earth's thin atmos…
  36. What is life like aboard the International Space Station?This in-flight interview features NASA Flight Engineer Karen Nyberg discussing the realities of living and conducting research within the orbital laboratory.
  37. Eight new astronauts join the race for a global space roadmapNASA has selected its newest astronaut candidates from over 6,000 applicants. This video introduces the group and explores how they will help execute a newly announced internation…
  38. Life aboard the International Space Station: A commander's perspectiveDuring in-flight interviews, NASA Flight Engineer Chris Cassidy discusses the realities of daily life and scientific research while orbiting the Earth.
  39. NASA introduces eight new astronaut candidates for future space missionsA new group of eight astronauts has arrived at Johnson Space Center. Selected from over 6,000 applicants, these candidates are beginning training to help fulfill the goals of NASA…
  40. NASA prepares for a new mission to explore the lunar environmentWatch a briefing from NASA Headquarters detailing the upcoming LADEE mission, which aims to capture unprecedented data about the moon's atmosphere and dust.
  41. How NASA connects students to the frontiers of space explorationThis video captures an interactive NASA Digital Learning Network broadcast where students engage directly with astronauts and mission controllers to explore the realities of life …
  42. A new era of international leadership approaches the International Space StationWitness the preparations for Expedition 38, a mission featuring a historic milestone for Japanese spaceflight and a diverse crew of veteran explorers.
  43. A tiny probe seeks to solve a 40-year lunar mysteryNASA recently launched the Lunar Atmosphere and Dust Environment Explorer (LADEE) from Virginia. Despite its small size, this robotic probe is designed to perform "big science," i…
  44. The departure of the Kounotori: a mission completeObserve NASA's Karen Nyberg operating the Canadarm2 robot to detach the Japanese HTV-4 vessel from the International Space Station following its thirty-day visit.
  45. What life is like during a five-month mission aboard the International Space StationNASA Flight Engineer Chris Cassidy shares reflections from his time in orbit. This video captures his memories of living and working aboard the orbiting laboratory during Expediti…
  46. The farthest human-made object is now sailing through the debris of dead starsAfter decades of traveling through our solar system, NASA's Voyager 1 has officially entered the cold, quiet realm of interstellar space. It is no longer just observing our Sun's …
  47. The final undocking: concluding a five-month odyssey in orbitWatch the precise moment the crew of Expedition 36 departed the International Space Station. This footage captures the transition from long-term orbital life back to Earth after m…
  48. The final steps of a journey across the cosmosWatch the moment Expedition 36's crew returned to Earth. This video captures the transition from orbital life back to terrestrial reality, highlighting the traditional welcome fol…
  49. The precision choreography of mating a spacecraft to its boosterLaunching humans into orbit is not just about the roar of engines; it is a meticulous sequence of mechanical marriages and dress rehearsals. Before a Soyuz rocket ever leaves the …
  50. The twin Voyager probes have officially entered the space between the starsAfter decades of traveling through our solar system, NASA's Voyager 2 has crossed the heliopause. This boundary marks the end of the Sun's protective bubble and the beginning of t…
  51. How NASA connects students to the front lines of space explorationFrom 6th graders in Georgia to university researchers, NASA is actively bridging the gap between the classroom and the cosmos. Through interactive broadcasts and rigorous design c…
  52. The delicate choreography of orbital logistics and space travelWatch the final preparations for the Soyuz TMA-10M mission as a new crew prepares to join the International Space Station. This footage captures the high-stakes transition between…
  53. A new way to resupply the International Space StationWatch the launch of the Cygnus cargo craft as it begins its demonstration mission to the International Space Station, marking a key step in NASA's commercial partnership program.
  54. How the Cygnus spacecraft delivers essential supplies to orbitExplore the details of the Antares rocket and Cygnus cargo craft mission, as NASA and Orbital Sciences Corporation officials discuss the spacecraft's journey to the International …
  55. From Italian fighter pilot to the orbital laboratory of the ISSBefore commanding missions in orbit, Luca Parmitano mastered the complexities of electronic warfare and experimental flight testing. Now, as an ESA astronaut, he provides a rare w…
  56. The final countdown: inside the pre-launch protocols for Expedition 37/38Before astronauts board a Soyuz rocket, they must pass a rigorous final review. This video captures the high-stakes atmosphere in Baikonur as the crew meets with officials and the…
  57. The orbital logistics of burning out to light the waySpace exploration relies on a delicate cycle of delivery and disposal. The Cygnus cargo craft recently completed its mission, demonstrating how commercial spacecraft serve as both…
  58. How astronauts connect with students from 250 miles above the EarthLiving and working in an office that orbits the planet at 17,000 miles per hour offers a unique perspective. Through live broadcasts and teleconferences, NASA astronauts and fligh…
  59. The Cygnus spacecraft marks a new era in cargo logisticsWatch the technical transition of America's newest space-faring resupply ship as it moves from demonstration to regular operations. This video captures the critical maneuvers requ…
  60. Can NASA rebuild the workforce that built the Roman Space Telescope?The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is currently cruising a million miles from Earth. But at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center, experts fear the agency may never again possess …

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