Technology
Who names NASA’s Mars rovers?
Naming contests for NASA’s Mars rovers tap into youthful creativity and boost students' interest in science, technology, engineering and math.
Black women who changed our world
African American women have invented modern conveniences and deepened our understanding of our world. Learn about the contributions of several Black women.
International partners empower NASA’s mission on Mars
With scientific sensors from France, Spain, Italy and Norway, NASA's Perseverance rover is exploring Mars and unlocking the secrets of the red planet.
How NASA fights climate change from space
NASA's satellites and other precise measuring tools are informing the U.S. government's renewed effort to fight climate change.
America’s culture of innovation spans the country
Venture capitalists in the United States are backing startups outside of traditional hubs like Silicon Valley. Learn more about American innovation.
America advances GPS with new satellites
The U.S. is upgrading its GPS network with stronger satellites. GPS enables location tracking for planes, phones and critical infrastructure.
The scientist who helped NASA catch an asteroid
Humberto Campins helped NASA collect samples from a moving asteroid last October — a first for the space agency. Here's how he did it.
Helping Southeast Asian nations monitor Mekong water levels
A new U.S. Mekong Dam Monitor will help countries in Southeast Asia better track conditions along the vital Mekong River.
Would you recognize this bear’s face?
New innovations in facial recognition technology are allowing conservationists to identify and better study bears in the wild.