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Progress 95 Cargo Mission Set to Launch for ISS Resupply

Progress 95 Cargo Mission Set to Launch for ISS Resupply

The Progress 95 cargo spacecraft, operated by Roscosmos, is scheduled to launch from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan to resupply the International Space Station (ISS). The launch is set for 6:21 p.m. EDT on Saturday, with the spacecraft expected to dock with the ISS two days later. The mission will deliver approximately three tons of food, fuel, and supplies to the Expedition 74 crew. Meanwhile, the crew aboard the ISS has been engaged in various scientific investigations, including studies on human health and space manufacturing.
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NASA's Johnson Space Center Leaders Honored for Spaceflight Contributions

NASA's Johnson Space Center Leaders Honored for Spaceflight Contributions

Two leaders from NASA's Johnson Space Center, Howard Hu and Dana Weigel, have been recognized by the National Space Club & Foundation for their contributions to human spaceflight. Howard Hu, Orion Program Manager, received the Norman L. Baker Astronautics Engineer Award for his work on the Orion spacecraft, which recently completed the Artemis II mission. Dana Weigel, International Space Station Program Manager, received the Eagle Manned Mission Award for her leadership in the ISS program. These awards highlight the significant achievements of NASA's leaders in advancing human space exploration.
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NASA's International Space Station Crew Engages in Health and Manufacturing Research

NASA's International Space Station Crew Engages in Health and Manufacturing Research

NASA's International Space Station (ISS) crew is actively engaged in a variety of scientific investigations aimed at exploring human health and advancing space manufacturing. The crew, including NASA flight engineers Chris Williams and Jack Hathaway, conducted health assessments using blood pressure measurements and Ultrasound 3 scans. These activities are part of ongoing efforts to monitor crew health in real-time. Additionally, the crew is involved in unpacking and stowing medical supplies delivered by the Cygnus XL cargo spacecraft. Meanwhile, European Space Agency (ESA) flight engineer Sophie Adenot is working on the 3D Colloidal Crystals physics study, which aims to enable space production of advanced materials. The crew is also conducting botany experiments to inspire interest in space-related careers among students.
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NASA Assigns SpaceX Crew-13 for Upcoming Space Station Mission

NASA Assigns SpaceX Crew-13 for Upcoming Space Station Mission

NASA has announced the crew assignments for the SpaceX Crew-13 mission to the International Space Station, scheduled to launch no earlier than mid-September. The mission will include NASA astronauts Jessica Watkins and Luke Delaney, Canadian Space Agency astronaut Joshua Kutryk, and Roscosmos cosmonaut Sergey Teteryatnikov. This mission marks the 13th crew rotation with SpaceX under NASA's Commercial Crew Program. The crew will conduct scientific investigations and technology demonstrations to prepare for future exploration missions to the Moon and Mars. Jessica Watkins, who has previously spent 170 days in space, will be the first NASA astronaut to launch aboard a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft twice.
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NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 Prepares for Expedition 75 on International Space Station

NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 Prepares for Expedition 75 on International Space Station

NASA has announced the crew for its upcoming SpaceX Crew-13 mission, which will include NASA astronauts Jessica Watkins and Luke Delaney as spacecraft commander and pilot, respectively. They will be joined by Canadian Space Agency astronaut Joshua Kutryk and Roscosmos cosmonaut Sergey Teteryatnikov as mission specialists. The crew is set to join Expedition 75 on the International Space Station (ISS), where they will conduct various scientific experiments and contribute to ongoing research efforts. This mission is part of NASA's continued collaboration with international partners to maintain a human presence in space and advance scientific knowledge.
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NASA Astronaut Anil Menon Prepares for First Space Mission to International Space Station

NASA Astronaut Anil Menon Prepares for First Space Mission to International Space Station

NASA astronaut Anil Menon is set to embark on his first mission to the International Space Station (ISS) as part of the Soyuz MS-29 mission. Scheduled for launch on July 14, Menon will join Roscosmos cosmonauts Pyotr Dubrov and Anna Kikina for an eight-month stay aboard the ISS. Menon, an emergency medicine physician and mechanical engineer, was selected as a NASA astronaut in 2021 and has since completed his training. The mission is part of Expeditions 74/75, continuing NASA's long-standing commitment to scientific research and international collaboration in space.
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NASA Announces SpaceX Crew-13 Assignments for Upcoming Space Station Mission

NASA Announces SpaceX Crew-13 Assignments for Upcoming Space Station Mission

NASA has announced the crew assignments for the SpaceX Crew-13 mission to the International Space Station, scheduled for launch no earlier than mid-September. The mission will include NASA astronauts Jessica Watkins and Luke Delaney, Canadian Space Agency astronaut Joshua Kutryk, and Roscosmos cosmonaut Sergey Teteryatnikov. This mission marks the 13th crew rotation with SpaceX as part of NASA's Commercial Crew Program. The crew will conduct scientific investigations and technology demonstrations aimed at preparing for future exploration missions to the Moon and Mars. Jessica Watkins, who previously flew on NASA's SpaceX Crew-4 mission, will become the first NASA astronaut to launch aboard a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft twice.
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NASA Develops IV Fluid Generation System for Space Missions to Address Medical Needs

NASA Develops IV Fluid Generation System for Space Missions to Address Medical Needs

NASA has developed a new technology called the IntraVenous Fluid GENeration Miniaturized (IVGEN Mini) system, designed to produce medical-grade IV fluid in space. This system was sent to the International Space Station (ISS) on April 11, 2026, aboard the Northrop Grumman Commercial Resupply Services 24 mission. The IVGEN Mini system transforms drinking water on the ISS into IV fluid by filtering it and adding sodium chloride. This innovation addresses the challenge of the limited shelf life of prepackaged IV fluids, which is currently 16 months, making it unsuitable for long-duration space missions. The system is set to undergo testing on the ISS to ensure it functions correctly in space conditions.
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NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 Mission to Include International Astronauts for Expedition 75

NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 Mission to Include International Astronauts for Expedition 75

NASA has announced the crew for its upcoming SpaceX Crew-13 mission, which will include NASA astronauts Jessica Watkins and Luke Delaney as spacecraft commander and pilot, respectively. They will be joined by Canadian Space Agency astronaut Joshua Kutryk and Roscosmos cosmonaut Sergey Teteryatnikov, who will serve as mission specialists. The crew is set to join the International Space Station's Expedition 75 upon arrival. This mission continues the collaboration between NASA and SpaceX, utilizing the Crew Dragon spacecraft to transport astronauts to the ISS.
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NASA Develops IV Fluid Generation Technology for Space Missions

NASA Develops IV Fluid Generation Technology for Space Missions

NASA has developed a new technology, known as IntraVenous Fluid GENeration Miniaturized (IVGEN Mini), to produce medical-grade IV fluid in space. This system, installed on the International Space Station, filters drinking water to create IV fluid, addressing the challenge of limited shelf life for prepackaged IV fluid on long-duration space missions. The IVGEN Mini system, which flew to the station on April 11, 2026, will undergo demonstrations to verify its functionality in space. This innovation is crucial for ensuring crew health on missions beyond low Earth orbit, where IV fluid may be needed for medical conditions such as dehydration and burns.
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NASA's Earth Day Tribute: Stunning Space Photos Highlight Planet's Beauty

NASA's Earth Day Tribute: Stunning Space Photos Highlight Planet's Beauty

In celebration of Earth Day, a collection of iconic photographs of Earth taken from space has been highlighted. These images, captured by astronauts and robotic spacecraft over decades, showcase the planet's beauty and fragility. The tradition of photographing Earth from space began with the Apollo 8 mission in 1968, when astronaut Bill Anders took the famous 'Earthrise' photo. This image, along with others from the International Space Station and recent Artemis II mission, continues to inspire environmental awareness. The photos serve both scientific and aesthetic purposes, offering a unique perspective on Earth that most people will never experience firsthand.
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NASA Awards Over 30 Contracts to Small Businesses for Space Technology Development

NASA Awards Over 30 Contracts to Small Businesses for Space Technology Development

NASA Awards Over 30 Contracts to Small Businesses for Space Technology Development