Astronomy Daily - The Podcast: S04E26
In this episode of Astronomy Daily, host Anna explores a wealth of recent breakthroughs in space exploration and astronomical research. From the unexpected extended stay of NASA astronauts aboard the International Space Station to groundbreaking discoveries from asteroid Bennu, this episode is filled with captivating stories that deepen our understanding of the cosmos.
Highlights:
- Extended Stay on the ISS : Join us as we check in with NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, who are navigating an extended mission aboard the ISS due to changes in their return vehicle arrangements. Hear Suni's unique perspective on living in microgravity for nearly seven months and her surprising admission about forgetting how to walk.
- Asteroid Bennu's Secrets : Discover the remarkable findings from NASA's Osiris Rex mission, revealing that samples from asteroid Bennu contain an abundance of life's chemical building blocks, sparking new theories about how life may have emerged on Earth.
- Black Holes and Cosmic Meals : Delve into the latest research on how supermassive black holes prepare their cosmic meals, using powerful jets to regulate their feeding process and create conditions for new star formation.
- Martian Geysers: Witness the spectacular seasonal geyser activity on Mars's south polar region, as the warming sunlight causes carbon dioxide ice to erupt in dramatic plumes, showcasing the dynamic nature of the Red Planet.
- European Space Agency Conference Highlights : Get the latest updates from the European Space Conference, including the launch agreement for the PLATO mission aimed at discovering potentially habitable planets and advancements in quantum communication technology.
For more cosmic updates, visit our website at astronomydaily.io (https://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/osiris-rex/main/index.html)
Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter
[MRO](https://mars.nasa.gov/mro/)
European Space Agency
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