Astronomy Daily | Space News: S04E78
In this exciting episode of Astronomy Daily, host Anna takes you on a thrilling journey through the latest advancements in space exploration and astronomical research. From SpaceX's historic Fram 2 mission to groundbreaking studies on dark matter, this episode is packed with cosmic insights that will ignite your curiosity.
Highlights:
- Historic Fram 2 Mission: Join us as we celebrate SpaceX's groundbreaking Fram 2 mission, which marks the first human spaceflight to circle Earth over its poles. Discover the unique experiments the crew will conduct during their orbit, including the first attempt to grow mushrooms in microgravity.
- SpaceX's Busy Launch Schedule: Explore SpaceX's ramped-up launch cadence, featuring five Falcon 9 missions in one week. We discuss the implications of this operational tempo for the future of space access and exploration.
- Perseverance Rover's Spacesuit Research: Learn about NASA's Perseverance rover conducting crucial tests on spacesuit materials in the harsh Martian environment, paving the way for future human exploration of the Red Planet.
- Astronauts Return from ISS: Catch up with NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, who recently completed an extended nine-month mission aboard the International Space Station, and hear their reflections on the experience.
- Dark Matter's Influence on Planetary Rotation: Delve into new research suggesting that dark matter could affect the rotation of planets, potentially offering a novel way to study this mysterious substance and its implications for planetary habitability.
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Thank you for tuning in. This is Anna signing off. Until next time, keep looking up and stay curious about the wonders of our universe.
00:00 - Welcome to Astronomy Daily
01:05 - Overview of Fram 2 mission
10:30 - SpaceX launch schedule updates
17:00 - Perseverance rover's spacesuit research
22:15 - Astronauts' return from ISS
27:30 - Dark matter and planetary rotation
✍️ Episode References
Fram 2 Mission Details
[SpaceX](https://www.spacex.com)
SpaceX Launch Schedule
[NASA](https://www.nasa.gov)
Perseverance Rover Research
[NASA Mars Exploration](https://mars.nasa.gov/)
Astronauts' ISS Mission
[NASA Astronauts](https://www.nasa.gov/astronauts)
Dark Matter Research
[Xinjiang Astronomical Observatory](http://www.xao.ac.cn/)
Astronomy Daily
[Astronomy Daily](http://www.astronomydaily.io/)

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