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Tiny worms set for April 10 ISS launch to probe spaceflight adaptation

A cohort of microscopic worms is scheduled to launch to the International Space Station on April 10 to study how they survive and adapt in microgravity and space conditions. Scientists say analyzing those adaptations will help identify biological mechanisms that could be used to protect astronauts on long‑duration missions.

2026-04-09T12:01:35.588041-07:00

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Russia delays Luna-28/29/30 lunar missions to 2032–2036 as Artemis II returns

2026-04-09T04:39:45.791841-07:00

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Human health risks and countermeasures for returning to lunar space

2026-04-09T06:22:23.862789-07:00

Reuters

Artemis II returns after lunar flyby; Orion set for Pacific splashdown off San Diego

2026-04-08T15:12:04.671164-07:00

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Tiny worms set for April 10 ISS launch to probe spaceflight adaptation A cohort of microscopic worms is scheduled to launch to the International Space Station on April 10 to study how they survive and adapt in microgravity and space conditions. Scientists say analyzing those adaptations will help identify biological mechanisms that could be used to protect astronauts on long‑duration missions.

2026-04-09T12:01:35.588041-07:00

Tiny worms set for April 10 ISS launch to probe spaceflight adaptation

Universe Today

Scientific roadmap assesses feasibility and risks of terraforming Mars A new arXiv preprint from Edwin Kite of the University of Chicago and co-authors lays out a scientific roadmap assessing whether humanity can terraform Mars, modelling the technical feasibility, climate engineering pathways and long-term environmental risks. The paper intentionally avoids the ethical question of whether we should attempt it.

2026-04-09T06:56:08.988040-07:00

Scientific roadmap assesses feasibility and risks of terraforming Mars

SpaceNews.com

Human health risks and countermeasures for returning to lunar space A review of human health risks and countermeasures for returning to lunar space identifies the physiological threats posed by deep-space and lunar-surface environments, assesses current biomedical countermeasures and diagnostics, and outlines research priorities to protect crew health and enable sustained lunar operations.

2026-04-09T06:22:23.862789-07:00

Human health risks and countermeasures for returning to lunar space

SpaceWatch Global

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Russia delays Luna-28/29/30 lunar missions to 2032–2036 as Artemis II returns Russia's Academy of Sciences has postponed its Luna-28, Luna-29 and Luna-30 lunar missions, moving planned launches into a 2032–2036 window. The schedule shift comes as NASA prepares the crewed Artemis II lunar flyby, reshaping the near‑term international lunar exploration timeline.

2026-04-09T04:39:45.791841-07:00

Russia delays Luna-28/29/30 lunar missions to 2032–2036 as Artemis II returns

Reuters

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Artemis II returns after lunar flyby; Orion set for Pacific splashdown off San Diego Artemis II's four-person crew is returning to Earth after a historic lunar flyby, carrying more than 175 GB of mission data. Orion is targeting Pacific splashdown off San Diego on Friday, April 10, after astronauts tested spacesuits and manual piloting — a key step toward resuming crewed lunar landings.

2026-04-08T15:12:04.671164-07:00

Artemis II returns after lunar flyby; Orion set for Pacific splashdown off San Diego

Universe Today

Sticking to the Terminator: A Solar‑Powered Rover Concept for Exploring Mercury A proposed solar-powered rover would operate in Mercury’s narrow terminator zone—where day meets night—to exploit temperate conditions that avoid the planet’s extreme surface heat. Operating there allows a solar-run rover to collect surface samples and geological data without large thermal-protection systems.

2026-04-08T14:56:24.846089-07:00

Sticking to the Terminator: A Solar‑Powered Rover Concept for Exploring Mercury

The Atlantic

NASA’s Artemis Crew Sets a New Standard for Lunar Missions NASA’s Artemis crew delivered a mission defined by strength, courage, expertise and wonder, resetting expectations for human lunar operations. Their disciplined performance and mission execution provide a clear demonstration of SLS/Orion operational readiness and influence near-term planning for Artemis milestones and contractor roles.

2026-04-08T13:18:20.928551-07:00

NASA’s Artemis Crew Sets a New Standard for Lunar Missions

Ars Technica

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NASA nears Artemis III orbit decision as it readies third SLS core-stage rollout NASA is finalizing Artemis III mission decisions — notably the spacecraft’s initial lunar orbit and overall mission profile — even as Orion continues flight operations. The agency has opened public registration to watch the rollout of the third SLS core stage as hardware and timelines are finalized.

2026-04-08T08:40:27.976695-07:00

NASA nears Artemis III orbit decision as it readies third SLS core-stage rollout

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Tiny worms set for April 10 ISS launch to probe spaceflight adaptation

Russia delays Luna-28/29/30 lunar missions to 2032–2036 as Artemis II returns

Human health risks and countermeasures for returning to lunar space

Artemis II returns after lunar flyby; Orion set for Pacific splashdown off San Diego

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