Atlas V 501 3D Model

In a first, scientists have seen direct evidence of active volcanism on Earth’s twin, setting the stage for the agency’s VERITAS mission to investigate.

New Horizons continues to shed light on the mysterious planets and smaller bodies of the outer solar system.

Research reveals a new explanation for how the icy shell of Jupiter’s moon Europa rotates at a different rate than its interior.

Based on observations from several NASA missions, the map details the path of the Moon’s shadow as it crosses the contiguous U.S. during eclipses in 2023 and 2024.

Venus may be losing heat from geologic activity in regions called coronae, possibly like early tectonic activity on Earth.

Dr. Nicola Fox will serve as the associate administrator for the agency’s Science Mission Directorate.