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For all its challenges, 2022 has been a remarkable year for space. More spacecraft have been placed in orbit than in the first 52 years of the Space Age. Space tourists visited the International Space Station (ISS) aboard the SpaceX Crew Dragon, and the James Webb Space Telescope gave us a look into the very …

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When it comes to Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) activities for elementary school, the “A” is sometimes left out of the equation. Try these space-themed activities to bring out the artistic side of your students while tapping into their natural fascination with stars and planets. Learn about the planets by making wearable art. …

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The global space economy hit $469B in 2021, growing at the fastest annual rate in seven years. In the first six months of 2022 alone, a record-setting 1,022 spacecraft were placed in orbit—more than in the first 52 years of the Space Age (1957-2009, 986) combined. Space industry opportunities abound, but the global space ecosystem …

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Agriculture and space. The ground and the sky. One of the most ancient human activities paired with our dreams for the future. While agriculture and space at first may not appear to have much in common, space-based technologies are helping us grow food and monitor crops more efficiently. As the population grows, water becomes precious, …

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There are a wide array of educational opportunities that put students one step closer to achieving their dream career. Companies and organizations have recognized the rich value that students studying STEAM/STEM degrees provide to the workforce and society. Collectively, they understand that supporting these students also supports creative and critical thinking, problem solving skills and …

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When the drive is there to integrate STEM and STEAM into your curriculum but the budget is lacking, there are education grants that can help to fill the gap. There are numerous grants available that aren’t always highly publicized, but can provide funds or curriculum materials. Here are 10 STEAM education grants you should know …

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What is one way to get students engaged with STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics)? Make it about space! Not only is space fascinating to students, there are growing opportunities for careers in the space industry. Here are some of the best space-related professional development for K-12 science teachers. Space Across The Curriculum Abrams …

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Space is a $469 billion economy that now impacts every part of life on Earth. From infrastructure to communications, biometrics to agriculture, there is no sector that does not benefit from space innovation. Space-related technologies are part of everyday life and commerce in ways you may not realize. Here are 10 industries you didn’t know …

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The first NASA astronauts were talented and brave U.S. Air Force test pilots. While there is still a need for astronauts with test pilot backgrounds, most of today’s astronauts are engineers, mathematicians and scientists. Here are the educational requirements to apply to be a NASA astronaut today. How much schooling does an astronaut need? Applicants …

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What do astronauts do? You may think about astronauts performing space walks, operating spacecraft, landing on the Moon or floating about in zero gravity. However, we often don’t realize just how much astronauts do outside of space. Here’s a peek at what it’s like to be an astronaut. People Spend Years Training Before They Become …

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