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Moon Mineralogy Mapper Launch
Aboard Chandrayaan-1
September 19, 2008
Dawn Mars Gravity Assist
February 2009
EPOXI flyby of comet Hartley 2
October 2010
Dawn Arrives at Vesta
August 2011
GRAIL Launch
September 2011
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In
space exploration, the possibilities for discovery are without
limits. Even with the vast amount of knowledge gained since
exploration of our solar system began, there are still more
questions than answers.
NASA's
Discovery Program gives scientists the opportunity to dig
deep into their imaginations and find innovative ways to unlock
the mysteries of the solar system. It represents a breakthrough
in the way NASA explores space, with lower-cost, highly focused
planetary science investigations designed to enhance our understanding
of the solar system.
All
completed Discovery missions have achieved ground-breaking
science within strict cost and schedule limitations, each
taking a unique approach to space exploration.
Reaching
into the unknown, doing what's never been done before, and
driving new technology innovations that may also improve life
on Earth - this is NASA's Discovery Program.
Discovery@15
Looking Back, Moving Forward
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The Discovery Program's 15th anniversary science conference brought together more than 180 planetary scientists, project and mission managers, and educators to review successes, challenges and future goals of NASA's innovative Discovery missions. Held Sept. 19-20, 2007, in Huntsville, Alabama, the event was hosted by NASA's Planetary Science Division and the Discovery Program Office at Marshall Space Flight Center.
"Discovery@15 - Looking Back, Moving Forward" provided a unique forum for the exchange of experiences, discoveries and new ideas for future missions among program participants and the next generation of mission managers and scientists. It was the first time such a vast collection of Discovery talents gathered in one place, representing eight NASA centers, nine industry partners and 18 academic institutions.
Click here for video podcasts of the conference presentations and panel sessions.
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Space Thrills!
This new poster for K-4 students uses reading and writing
activities to teach students about the solar system.
Students will Meet Our Solar System and ponder Solar System Mysteries. Teacher Tips and Resources and Student Activities are included.
For Teachers Only
To receive a free copy of this poster, send your name, grade level, complete school name and address, and email address. Due to COPPA laws, if you are under the age of 13, you may download the poster, or ask your parent/teacher to order one for you. This information will not be released to any outside party. For additional information, please see the NASA Privacy Policy and Important Notices.
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