VIPER will be tested.

From simulating the vibrational “rock concert” experience of launch, to replicating the hottest and coldest temperatures on the Moon, learn how our VIPER rover team is getting ready for stress-testing: go.nasa.gov/3QJoayW

The seventh planet from the Sun has many mysteries to uncover that could help us better understand our solar system and universe.

Here's what we know, and what we don't.
science.nasa.gov/uranus/

Another one! ☀️ 💥

An M6.6-class solar flare erupted on Monday, May 13. (Not as strong as some of the others we’ve had in the past week, but it sure is pretty!)

This week, we’re answering popular questions about solar storms and their impacts on Earth. Stay tuned!

The seventh planet from the Sun has many mysteries to uncover that could help us better understand our solar system and universe.

Here's what we know, and what we don't.
science.nasa.gov/uranus/

Why do we get auroras on Earth after eruptions occur on the Sun? A thread. 🧵

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(Images:
Left: a solar flare captured by NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory.
Right: Aurora seen from Lummi Island, Washington, at 10:54 p.m. PT on May 10, 2024. Credit: Jeff Carter)

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Happy #TeacherAppreciationWeek !🍎

Did you know that NASA has a search tool to help you easily find #STEM resources? Try it out to find activities to celebrate #BlackHoleWeek ! ⚫️

Click here to get started: nasa.gov/learning-resou…

Curious about what's engraved on the plate? See all the details: go.nasa.gov/4bFPqY8

Earth and the Moon as seen from Mars!

NASA's Mars Global Surveyor captured this mesmerizing view of our planet and our Moon #OTD in 2003.

See the science highlights from the spacecraft's 20-year mission! go.nasa.gov/44xQgTJ

📺 Tune in live today from the clean room NASA JPL, where we’ve built our spacecraft bound for Europa! Starting at 11am PT/2pm ET/1800 GMT, team members will be on hand to take your questions about the mission and the 'message in a bottle' it carries. bit.ly/clippercam

Thanks to #PlanetaryDefense efforts at NASA and across the globe, we have discovered over 10,850 near-Earth #asteroids larger than 140 meters, with an estimated 14,000 left to find. 🔭

Learn more about Planetary Defense NASA: go.nasa.gov/414oCMc

Skywatchers – What's Up for May? See Mars, Saturn, and Mercury in the morning sky, and the Eta Aquariid meteors will peak May 6th. ✨
science.nasa.gov/skywatching/