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

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…

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Healing in Zero Gravity: How 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…

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Should Private Companies Lead Space Exploration? A New Space Age or a Risky Gamble?

From reusable rockets to lunar landers and satellite megaconstellations, private space companies have reshaped what was once the sole domain of national governments. In 2025, names like SpaceX, Blue Origin, and Rocket Lab are synonymous with innovation, speed, and ambition in orbit and beyond. But as public interest grows and government agencies increasingly rely on…

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

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…

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