Space Exploration

The era of modern space exploration is marked by ambitious missions that push the boundaries of human knowledge and technological capabilities. NASA's Artemis program aims to establish a sustainable human presence on the Moon, paving the way for future Mars exploration. Private companies like SpaceX are revolutionizing space travel with reusable rockets, making it more affordable and accessible. The James Webb Space Telescope is unveiling unprecedented views of the early universe, while robotic explorers like Perseverance rover on Mars and Dragonfly on Titan are expanding our understanding of the solar system. Future endeavors include asteroid mining, establishing lunar bases, and even interstellar travel as we continue to explore the vast cosmic frontier.

News & Analysis

Jan 20, 2026
Australia has led a $141 million funding round for Gilmour Space Technologies aimed at working on the Eris rocket and expanding production capacity.
Jan 20, 2026
Editors are joined by Russ Matijevich, space industry veteran and a judge in the Space Tech Challenge Awards. Nominations are now open—could your solution be a winner?