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International Space Station crews have eaten more than 23,000 meals and 20,000 snacks, which equals 18,150 kilograms, or 40,000 pounds, of food.


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Hurricane Humberto
In the Blink of a Hurricane's Eye
Scientists are working on a device to predict the transformation of tropical storms to dangerous hurricanes.
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Students, teachers and spectators watch Discovery launch
Experience of a Lifetime
Students watch the Discovery launch that brings 'Harmony' to the International Space Station.
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Be A Cassini Scientist For A Day
The Ph.D. can wait for a few years! Students can have the fun of being a NASA scientist exploring the universe even before they've finished secondary school by participating in the Cassini Scientist-for-a-Day contest.
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Living His Dream
Scott Parazynski always wanted to be an astronaut. Now, he is helping to build the space station.
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Bringing Mars Closer
Shuttle Commander Pam Melroy is working to prepare for the future.
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The Fantastic Skies of Orphan Stars
Nothing you've ever seen on Earth could prepare you for the fantastic skies of some 'orphan stars.'
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STS-120 Mission Patch Explorer
Click on the different parts of the STS-120 mission patch to learn about the mission and the crew.
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STUDENT NEWS
11.09.07 - NASA Wants Students to Share Ideas for Space Exploration
NASA's commitment to promoting science and technology has the agency looking to students to share their thoughts on how NASA technology impacts their lives.
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11.01.07 - NASA Glenn Hosts Young Astronauts for Annual Challenge
Young Astronaut Day will be on November 3, 2007 at NASA Glenn Research Center.
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10.01.07 - New Book Chronicles NASA's First 50 Years
As the world remembers the 50th anniversaries of the Space Age in 2007 and NASA in 2008, the historic legacy of the agency is captured in a new and lavishly illustrated book published by Harry N. Abrams, Inc., New York, and available Oct. 4.
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NASA and You!
NASA has events and contests for students in all grade levels. Check here often for new items.
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