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    31 Dec 2020

    In 2020, we persevered. Now, with the energy of the most powerful rocket ever built, we step into 2021. We will: 🌖🚀 Send the first mission to the Moon 🛰️🌌 Launch into space 🔴🤖 Achieve a landing Let's go:

    NASA 2021: Let's Go To The Moon
    286 replies 1,382 retweets 6,349 likes
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  2. Retweeted
    11 hours ago

    Proceeding to hot fire! Following the first time super-cold liquid propellant was fully loaded and drained from the rocket stage, engineers are now preparing the stage for the final test of Green Run: hot fire. Details:

    37 replies 188 retweets 1,566 likes
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  3. 11 hours ago

    When 's spacecraft undocks from the tomorrow, it will begin a 2-week, in-orbit test of new technology aimed at improving communications on Earth & in space: 📺 We'll be streaming LIVE on NASA TV at 9:45am ET.

    The Northrop Grumman Cygnus space freighter approaches the International Space Station as the Canadarm2 robotic arm is poised to reach out and capture the cargo vehicle.
    34 replies 378 retweets 3,189 likes
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  4. 13 hours ago

    For more than 20 years, humans have continuously lived and worked on the . On Jan 7, the next generation of explorers from across the country will have their questions answered by Shannon Walker and Kate Rubins. Learn more:

    Astronaut Kate Rubins performs experiement about International Space Station.
    37 replies 304 retweets 3,383 likes
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  5. Retweeted
    14 hours ago

    Our is slated to launch later this year on an epic journey to study the Trojan asteroids. That day is one step closer, now that the spacecraft's second science instrument is on board. Details:

    illustration showing the spacecraft with its large solar panels near an asteroid in space
    gloved technician holding what looks like a large camera lens
    20 replies 157 retweets 1,575 likes
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  6. 16 hours ago

    Experts from across NASA will highlight the future of technology and innovation in the virtual Forum beginning Jan. 11. Astronaut and team member Stephanie Wilson will be among the participants. See 's schedule of events:

    Employee in a protective white suit shines a flashlight on the inner workings of a boxy satellite.
    31 replies 200 retweets 1,969 likes
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  7. Retweeted
    19 hours ago

    SPHEREx, a space observatory that will map out the universe in light our eyes cannot see, has moved into a new development phase. The team can now begin creating a final design and building some of the hardware and software components.

    41 replies 261 retweets 2,458 likes
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  8. 19 hours ago

    Our engineers are working to expand the limits of navigation systems in space, to help mission explore the Moon:

    Photograph of the Moon taken by Apollo 8 mission
    39 replies 291 retweets 2,881 likes
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  9. Jan 4

    A secret behind the workings of sunquakes — seismic activity on the Sun during solar flares — might be hidden beneath the solar surface. ☀️ Explore new results, using data from our Solar Dynamics Observatory:

    115 replies 840 retweets 6,267 likes
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  10. Jan 4

    University teams will present their ideas in a challenge that could help missions explore uncharted areas of the Moon. Administrator joins the event on Jan. 6 at 10:30am ET; awards will be announced Jan. 11:

    Ilustration of robotic vehicle exploring lunar surface
    48 replies 275 retweets 2,547 likes
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  11. Jan 4

    Fun fact: you’re probably holding right now. 🤳🏾 In the 1990s, one of our engineers invented an image sensor — excellent for space missions as well as cell phone cameras on Earth. Enjoy with more NASA in your life:

    A giant cluster of thousands of stars called Westerlund 2. Hubble's Wide Field Camera 3 pierced through the dusty veil shrouding the stellar nursery in near-infrared light, giving astronomers a clear view of the nebula and the dense concentration of stars in the central cluster.
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  12. Jan 4

    Watch the cargo Dragon, loaded with science experiments and cargo, fire its thrusters and undock from the on Jan. 11. Live NASA TV coverage will begin at 9am ET:

    Side view of the cargo Dragon approaching the space station.
    40 replies 387 retweets 3,545 likes
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  13. Retweeted
    Jan 4

    In 2020, advanced through a series of engineering milestones at — a testament to the hard work of its mission engineers & technicians. Take a look back on Webb’s top 10 moments:

    Webb's 2020 Year in Review
    2020 was a year of monumental progress for NASA's James Webb Space Telescope. Take a look back on the observatory's 10 top moments.
    23 replies 252 retweets 1,833 likes
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  14. Jan 3

    Our team is laying the groundwork for a new generation of supersonic aircraft. Dive into the manufacturing process for a new X-plane that will help prove that quiet supersonic technology works:

    96 replies 582 retweets 5,360 likes
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  15. Jan 3

    Need some space? 🚀 We’ve got you covered! By subscribing to our channel, you can explore Earth views from space, timelapse videos of rocket launches, discoveries across the cosmos and much more! SUBSCRIBE ➡️:

    NASA YouTube Trailer
    54 replies 261 retweets 2,412 likes
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  16. Jan 3

    As we reflect on the anniversary, take a look at how our orbital lab is testing to prepare humanity for missions to the Moon & beyond:

    NASA ScienceCasts: Making Space for Technology Development
    The International Space Station provides the only microgravity environment in which we can test technologies critical to our deep-space exploration in the near and far-term future.
    60 replies 462 retweets 3,449 likes
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  17. Jan 2

    Used by students, companies, nonprofits & more – a flock of small, less expensive & powerful satellites are affecting your life in more ways than you think. 👊 Check out how CubeSats launched from the pack a big punch in a little package:

    NASA ScienceCasts: The Small Satellite That’s Paying Big Dividends
    The ISS is well known as an orbiting laboratory, during the past decade the station has also served a very different role - that of being a business incubator. One of its star products is the CubeSat.
    77 replies 482 retweets 3,612 likes
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  18. Jan 2

    Are you up to the challenge of designing your own mission to Mars? Pre-register your class, education group, or family to join 's 5-week student challenge beginning this month, and to 's Feb. 18, 2021 landing:

    107 replies 617 retweets 4,097 likes
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  19. Retweeted
    31 Dec 2020

    ✨ This new year comes with cosmic treats! In January, our planet will be at its closest point in orbit around the Sun, known as perihelion. We’ll also get a chance to see Uranus near the Moon and Mars and spot a fast-moving Mercury. 🔭 Skywatching tips:

    What's Up: January 2021 Skywatching Tips from NASA
    January 2021 skywatching highlights: Begin the new year with "perihelion," then catch a glimpse of elusive Uranus and Mercury later in the month.
    84 replies 897 retweets 4,058 likes
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  20. Jan 1

    Who shines bright and always has your back at night? 🌝 This beauty, that’s who. Pick a date and get a sneak peek at how the Moon will look in the sky throughout 2021:

    A plane is seen flying in front of the second full moon for the month of July, Friday, July 31, 2015 in Arlington, Va
    276 replies 1,660 retweets 12,143 likes
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  21. Jan 1

    NOW STREAMING! View Earth as you’ve never seen it before: through the eyes of 🤩

    127 replies 1,422 retweets 6,391 likes
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