A photometric investigation of six binary systems of the W Ursae Majoris (W UMa)-type is presented. We extracted primary and secondary minima from the Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite observations of these systems. Using observations…
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Detailed Analysis of Six Contact Binaries and their Possible Origin
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Simulating Intermediate Black Hole Mass Measurements for a Sample of Galaxies with Nuclear Star Clusters Using ELT/HARMONI High Spatial Resolution Integral-field Stellar Kinematics
Understanding the demographics of intermediate-mass black holes (IMBHs, MBH ≈ 102–105M⊙) in low-mass galaxies is key to constraining black hole seed formation models, but detecting them is challenging due to their small gravitational sphere…
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Scientists Create “Impossible” Molecule, Solving Century-Old Chemical Mystery
Scientists have created a once-theoretical molecule under space-like conditions, revealing new insights into the chemistry of the cosmos and the origins of complex compounds. Scientists from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa’s Department of…
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Ames Exchange Lodging Info – NASA
If you’re visiting Ames for an extended period, you’ll need lodging that’s in the area, and affordable. This article will go over the lodging options that we have on-center.
Who May Stay?
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Visiting the NASA Silicon Valley Event Center
Due to the nature of being a NASA facility, there are some special considerations that must be taken into account.
Traveling To & From
The Event Center is located on the publicly accessible side of the Ames campus. If you plan to arrive via…Continue Reading
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NASA Silicon Valley Event Center – Calendar of Events
Generic CalendarUpcoming Events for the Public
Check below for upcoming events that are open to the public being held at the Event Center
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Silicon Valley Event Center – Parking Information
At the main Event Center in building 3, at the front of the building (East side) there is a large lot with standard and accessible spaces. This is the best place to park as it affords the easiest access to the entry doors, which have an ADA…
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NASA Selects Human Space Flight Technical Integration Contractor
NASA has selected Barrios Technology, LLC, in Houston to provide technical integration services for the agency’s human space flight programs.
The Mission Technical Integration Contract is a cost-plus-award-fee and cost-plus-incentive fee…
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Curiosity Blog, Sols 4609–4610: Recharged and Ready To Roll Onwards
Written by Catherine O’Connell-Cooper, Planetary Geologist at University of New Brunswick
Earth planning date: Wednesday, July 23, 2025
For today’s planning, we were in the same workspace as the Monday plan — on purpose! We…
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2025 NASA Space Apps Challenge
On October 4–5, 2025, NASA—along with 14 international space agency partners—invites scientists, engineers, coders, designers, storytellers, and space enthusiasts of all kinds to take part in the 2025 NASA International Space Apps…
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