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NASA Joins Genesis Mission to Enhance AI-Driven Scientific Discovery

NASA Joins Genesis Mission to Enhance AI-Driven Scientific Discovery

NASA has joined the Genesis Mission, a national initiative aimed at leveraging artificial intelligence to tackle complex scientific and engineering challenges. This mission, initiated by an executive order from President Trump, is led by the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy and involves over 15 federal agencies. NASA's involvement focuses on utilizing its extensive mission data and expertise to develop AI tools that can accelerate scientific discovery and innovation. The mission aims to strengthen America's leadership in space and foster a new era of innovation by integrating AI into various scientific fields.

NSF Launches Program to Enhance AI-Enabled Scientific Discovery with $100 Million Investment

NSF Launches Program to Enhance AI-Enabled Scientific Discovery with $100 Million Investment

The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) has announced a new initiative called the NSF Unlocking Dataset Value for AI-Enabled Scientific Discovery program. This program aims to enhance the value of existing scientific datasets by making them more accessible and interoperable for AI-driven research. The initiative is part of the broader American AI Action Plan, established by President Trump, which seeks to leverage AI for scientific innovation. The NSF plans to invest up to $100 million in this program, with individual awards ranging from $2 million to $5 million, and planning grants of up to $200,000. The program focuses on increasing the utility of existing datasets rather than collecting new data, encouraging interdisciplinary research and the development of new AI-driven insights.

NASA's New Wind Tunnel in Virginia to Advance Aeronautics Research

NASA's New Wind Tunnel in Virginia to Advance Aeronautics Research

NASA is set to unveil its newest wind tunnel, the Flight Dynamics Research Facility, at the Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia. This is the first major wind tunnel built by NASA in over 40 years. The facility will support research and technology development to advance NASA's aeronautics, exploration, and science goals, including the Artemis program and the development of a Moon Base.

Trump set to expand power cost pledge on data centers

Trump set to expand power cost pledge on data centers

By Tim McLaughlin, Laila Kearney and Jarrett Renshaw July 22 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump is set to unveil on Thursday a pledge backed by governors, lawmakers, utilities and data center developers aimed at shielding households from electricity costs tied to the AI boom, as he pushes to make

European Space Agency Explores Bear Hibernation for Mars Mission Benefits

European Space Agency Explores Bear Hibernation for Mars Mission Benefits

The European Space Agency (ESA) is investigating the potential of using bear hibernation as a model to induce a torpor-like state in astronauts for long-duration space missions, such as a trip to Mars. This concept aims to reduce the metabolic rate of astronauts, thereby decreasing the need for food, water, and other supplies. The ESA's research is inspired by the biological adaptations of bears, which can hibernate for months with minimal muscle and bone loss. The agency's Concurrent Design Facility has conducted a concept assessment to explore the feasibility of this approach. NASA is also exploring similar ideas through its Innovative Advanced Concepts program, which has funded studies on torpor-inducing habitats for space travel.

Smithsonian history museum chief rejects White House criticism of its leaders as radical activists

Smithsonian history museum chief rejects White House criticism of its leaders as radical activists

The director of the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History is pushing back against a White House report labeling the institution's leadership as radical activists

NASA's Technology Transfer Program Celebrates 50 Years of Spinoffs Benefiting Everyday Life

NASA's Technology Transfer Program Celebrates 50 Years of Spinoffs Benefiting Everyday Life

NASA's Technology Transfer Program, which has been operational for 50 years, continues to transform space technology into everyday products. The program, known for its annual 'Spinoff' report, highlights innovations that have transitioned from space exploration to commercial use. These include memory foam mattresses, cordless power tools, and GPS technology. The initiative began in 1976, aiming to ensure that NASA's technological advancements benefit the public. Dan Lockney, who leads the program, emphasizes the importance of making NASA's inventions accessible to industries and the public, thereby enhancing daily life and contributing to the economy.

NASA Unveils New Wind Tunnel at Langley Research Center to Boost Aeronautics Research

NASA Unveils New Wind Tunnel at Langley Research Center to Boost Aeronautics Research

NASA is set to unveil its newest wind tunnel, the Flight Dynamics Research Facility, at the Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia. This marks the first major wind tunnel built by NASA in over 40 years. The facility is designed to support research and technology development that will advance NASA's aeronautics, exploration, and science goals. A media tour and ribbon-cutting ceremony are scheduled for July 31, with key figures such as NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman and Dr. Trina Dyal, the center director, expected to attend. The event is open to media members who are U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents, with RSVPs required by July 29.

NASA Prepares for Launch of Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope with Upcoming Media Briefing

NASA Prepares for Launch of Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope with Upcoming Media Briefing

NASA is set to host a virtual media briefing on July 29 to discuss the upcoming launch of the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, scheduled for August 30 from Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The telescope, named after NASA's first chief astronomer, promises to offer a field of view 100 times larger than the Hubble Space Telescope, enabling extensive cosmic surveys. The mission aims to revolutionize the understanding of the universe by capturing unprecedented images and exploring celestial phenomena. The briefing will feature key NASA personnel, including Shawn Domagal-Goldman, Jackie Townsend, Julie McEnery, and Jeremy Perkins, who will provide insights into the mission's objectives and current status.

White House OSTP Report Proposes Revitalization of Federal R Enterprise

White House OSTP Report Proposes Revitalization of Federal R Enterprise

Michael Kratsios, director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP), has released a report titled 'Science: A New Golden Age,' outlining recommendations to renew the federal research and development enterprise. The report emphasizes four key pillars: revitalizing America's science and technology enterprise, securing U.S. dominance in critical technologies, launching a new AI-driven scientific era, and ensuring science benefits all Americans. The report also includes nine R&D priorities for the fiscal year 2028 budget planning, focusing on areas such as AI, data infrastructure, and workforce development.

NASA's Voyager Probes Continue to Transmit from Interstellar Space After Nearly 50 Years

NASA's Voyager Probes Continue to Transmit from Interstellar Space After Nearly 50 Years

NASA's Voyager 1 and 2, launched in 1977, were initially designed for a five-year mission to explore Jupiter and Saturn. However, nearly 49 years later, both probes remain operational and continue to transmit data from beyond the heliosphere, marking them as the only human-made objects in interstellar space. The mission, managed by NASA and operated by the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, has exceeded its original scope due to a rare planetary alignment that allowed the spacecraft to use gravitational assists to extend their journey. Voyager 1 crossed the heliopause in 2012, followed by Voyager 2 in 2018, enabling them to measure the interstellar environment directly. Despite the challenges of diminishing power from their radioisotope thermoelectric generators, the mission team has managed to keep the probes operational by shutting down non-essential systems and instruments.

Wall St futures gain on Iran ceasefire hopes; earnings in focus

Wall St futures gain on Iran ceasefire hopes; earnings in focus

July 21 (Reuters) - U.S. stock index futures rose on Tuesday as renewed mediation efforts in the Middle East lifted sentiment, while investors looked ahead to corporate earnings that could prove pivotal for the AI market as it navigates ongoing pressures.