Innovation Now

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Innovation Now episodes

May 30, 2023 Before They Launch
Some microorganisms from Earth are tough enough to survive the journey from here to Mars.
2 min
May 29, 2023 An Edge in Aviation
In 1915, our nation’s leaders were concerned the U.S. was losing its edge in aviation technology.
2 min
May 26, 2023 Colors in the Sky
The prevalence of specific gases in the atmosphere determines the color of the auroras.
2 min
May 25, 2023 Satellites and Air Quality
Satellite data can complement ground-based measurements for certain pollutants, but their use has been rare in the air quality management community.
2 min
May 24, 2023 Improving Predictions
To learn more about the deceleration process when spacecraft land on Mars, NASA sent sensors on the heat shield along for the ride.
2 min
May 23, 2023 Remote Filters
A new startup company produces an air filter that can be checked and changed remotely.
2 min
May 22, 2023 Copper Alloys
When Relativity Space’s commercial rocket lit up the night sky over Cape Canaveral, it marked the first launch of a test rocket made entirely from 3-D printed parts.
2 min
May 19, 2023 Investments in Space
NASA’s Space Technology Mission Directorate has a unique strategy for selecting the technologies that advance space exploration while benefiting us on Earth.
2 min
May 18, 2023 Applying Science to Air Quality
NASA’s Health and Air Quality Applied Sciences Team is working to re-envision how applied science teams work.
2 min
May 17, 2023 Dress Rehearsals
Dress rehearsals are paving the way for Starliner’s first crewed flight, which will carry astronauts to and from the International Space Station as part of NASA’s Commercial Crew program.
2 min

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Innovation Now is a daily 90-second radio series and podcast that gives listeners a front row seat to hear compelling stories of revolutionary ideas, emerging technologies and the people behind the…