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Space Shuttle Spinoffs

The Space Shuttle Program has generated more than 100 technology spinoffs that benefit everyday life.

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Spinoff Online

NASA's annual premier publication featuring successfully commercialized NASA technology.

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Latest Features

@Astro_Mike for Tweet of the Year

His first tweet from space is one of five finalists for Tweet of the Year.

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Planet 51 Star Brings NASA's Message of Exploration ...

Rover with Chuck Baker, voiced by Dwayne Johnson, in Columbia Pictures animated movie Planet 51. Image Courtesy of Sony Pictures.

11.19.09

Actor Dwayne Johnson takes to the stars as an astronaut in a new animated feature that brings important messages about the importance of space exploration and education to those of us here on Earth.

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NASA EDGE Nominated for Best Video Podcast

Vote Now for NASA Edge in the Podcast Awards!

11.16.09

Help NASA EDGE win this prestigious podcast award by voting for NASA EDGE in the Best Video Podcast category. Voting ends Nov 30!

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NASA Chat: Leonids Meteor Shower

A cooperative new moon is setting the stage for one of the best Leonids meteor showers in years. Ask a NASA Scientist your questions about the showers.
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Take Me Out to the Ballpark - On Mars!

NASA and JPL have partnered with the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum to host a workshop for kids on Sat., Nov. 7, in Cooperstown, N.Y.
This Month in Exploration - November

Forty years ago, Apollo 12 launched from Kennedy Space Station in Florida. Read more historical facts in This Month in Exploration.

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Press Releases

Planet 51 PSA Campaign Brings NASA's Message of Exploration Down to Earth

11.20.09 - Broadcast-quality digital public service announcements are available for download from NASA featuring actor Dwayne Johnson, star of the new film "Planet 51," discussing the importance of space exploration, diversity and education.
Planet 51 Star Brings NASA's Message of Exploration Down to Earth

11.20.09 - Actor Dwayne Johnson, usually known for his action and comedic film roles, takes to the stars as an astronaut in a new animated feature that brings important messages about the importance of space exploration and education to those of us here on Earth.