Michoud Assembly Facility

An aerial view of the primary manufacturing facility at NASA's Michoud Assembly Facility in New Orleans.

Michoud Assembly Facility in New Orleans is a world-class manufacturing facility providing vital support to NASA exploration and discovery missions.

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Enabling Exploration

Artist concept of SLS on launchpad

Marshall develops and manages space exploration vehicles and hardware to explore beyond low Earth orbit.

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Scientific Discovery

Dr. Lisa Monaco, project scientist for the Lab-on-a-Chip Applications Development program, examines a prototype chip.

Marshall develops, builds, and manages spacecraft and instruments, and performs research that enables scientific discovery in space and benefits life on Earth.

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Latest Marshall News

Artist concept of the NASA Space Launch System

NASA Invites Media to View Space Launch System Progress

NASA will debut new Space Launch System manufacturing and check on heavy-lift rocket development at Michoud Assembly Facility.

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A closeup shot of the J2X rocket engine shows how it was gimbaled during a June 14 test on the A1 Test Stand at Stennis Space Center.

J-2X Engine No. 10002 Tests at Stennis Space Center

J-2X engine No. 10002 completed a successful test on June 13 at the A-1 Test Stand at Stennis Space Center.

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Data from the NASA Chandra Xray Observatory has been used to discover 26 black hole candidates in Andromeda, the galactic neighbor to the Milky Way.

Black Hole Bonanza in Galaxy Next Door

An unprecedented bonanza of black holes has been found in one of the nearest galaxies to the Milky Way.

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Technicians work on a diaphragm for the Multipurpose Crew Vehicle Stage Adapter.

Collaborating on Key Orion Hardware

NASA and industry partners are collaborating on critical parts that will unite the Space Launch System and Orion spacecraft.

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Team Survey successfully completes level one of the NASA 2013 Sample Return Robot Challenge.

Sample Return Robot Centennial Challenge Prize Awarded

Team Survey of Los Angeles was awarded $5,000 after successfully completing Level 1 of the NASA Sample Return Robot Challenge.

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Concept of an RS25 rocket engine installed on the A1 Test Stand at Stennis Space Center.

Paving the Way for NASA SLS RS-25 Testing

NASA plans to begin testing RS-25 engines for its new Space Launch System (SLS) in the fall of 2014.

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A robot starts smoking during the NASA 2013 Sample Return Robot Challenge.

Red-Hot Robots: Sample Return Robot Challenge Continues

Robots continue their quest for a $1.5 million prize purse in NASA's Sample Return Robot Challenge in Worcester, Mass.

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Marshall: Launching the Future of Science and Exploration

    Artist concept of SLS launching At NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Ala., where the nation's journey to space began more than a half-century ago, a dedicated group of engineers, scientists and business professionals lead the development and testing of tomorrow's flagship space vehicles, space systems and rocket engines. We pursue cutting-edge scientific discoveries that improve and protect lives on Earth. And we work to discover the secrets of the universe, increasing our understanding of the cosmos and our place in it.

    Marshall became a NASA field center on July 1, 1960. Today, it remains a vital resource for NASA and the nation, with unique capabilities that are essential to the exploration of space. Together with our partners across NASA and around the world, we are engaged in a large part of the agency's work, especially propulsion and space transportation, engineering, science, space systems and space operations, and project and program management. With our highly skilled and diverse workforce, proven technical and scientific experience, and state-of-the-art laboratories and test facilities, Marshall stands at the intersection of science and exploration -- delivering safe, affordable and sustainable solutions that will change our world… and bring us closer to countless others across the cosmos.

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    Welcome to Marshall!

    Welcome to the Marshall Center! Learn more about Marshall's vital roles in America's space program.

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    Marshall Star

    Published online every Wednesday, the Marshall Star serves as the Marshall Center's weekly newspaper.

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    Marshall Pocket Guide

    A fascinating look at the complex, challenging work at Marshall, and how its talented, dedicated team is supporting NASA's goals.

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    Marshall@Work

    Visit our newest website where we will highlight the most recent developments and activities around the center.

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    Marshall Information Sheet

    An overview of Marshall Space Flight Center's key areas of support, outreach initiatives, spinoffs and visitor information.

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    Marshall Facts

    Marshall Space Flight Center is a key contributor to significant NASA programs, continuing a legacy of accomplishment.

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    Marshall plays a key role in the economic success of Alabama.

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