Meet Matteo Paz: The 18-Year-Old Who Discovered 1.5 Million Space Objects Using AI

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In a story that sounds like it came straight from a science fiction novel, 18-year-old Matteo Paz has stunned the astronomy world by discovering over 1.5 million previously unknown space objects — using artificial intelligence. With mentorship from Caltech and access to data from NASA’s NEOWISE mission, Matteo created a machine learning algorithm and compiled … Read more

Healing in Zero Gravity: How Nanotech Could Protect Astronauts in Deep Space

Nanotech Could Protect Astronauts in Deep Space

Space is harsh — and for astronauts, it\’s not just about surviving rocket launches or cosmic radiation. Microgravity causes bone loss, muscle atrophy, weakened immunity, and slower wound healing. As we prepare for deep-space missions to the Moon, Mars, and beyond, NASA and researchers are turning to an unlikely ally: nanotechnology. From tissue regeneration to … Read more

Global Space Race 2.0: How U.S. and China Are Competing for the Final Frontier

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The global space race is heating up once again—but this time, it’s not just about planting a flag. The United States and China are locked in a 21st-century contest to dominate space exploration, innovation, and infrastructure. With both nations launching lunar missions, building orbital stations, and aiming for Mars, this modern rivalry is reshaping geopolitics … Read more