1 min read NextSTEP-3 A: Lunar Enabling Technology Artistic concept of lunar surface technologies and infrastructure capabilities, including in-situ resource utilization oxygen production systems, surface power systems, in‑space manufacturing tools, and advanced nanomaterials production. NASA NASA issued a draft Broad Agency Announcement under NextSTEP‑3, Appendix A, on June 29, 2026, toContinue Reading
3 min read NASA Seeks Industry Input to Accelerate Lunar Surface Technologies Artistic concept of lunar surface technologies and infrastructure capabilities, including in-situ resource utilization oxygen production systems, surface power systems, in‑space manufacturing tools, and advanced nanomaterials production. NASA Long-term lunar exploration requires technology, infrastructure, and operations that function together cohesivelyContinue Reading
Researchers have discovered that beneficial soil bacteria give plants an unexpected survival advantage in salty soils. Instead of helping plants keep salt out, the microbes stimulate the production of lignin, a natural compound that strengthens roots and makes plants more resilient. Greenhouse and field tests showed healthier plants and higherContinue Reading
The lawsuit aims to hold fossil fuel companies responsible for a heat wave in Portland five years ago. The industry says the case should be thrown out.Continue Reading
Scorching temperatures have disrupted daily life in Britain this week, including events that centered on battling high temperatures.Continue Reading
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Dangerous heat is expected across large swaths of the U.S. this week, according to the National Weather Service. (Image credit: Adam Gray)Continue Reading
A surprising ecological makeover unfolded when mountain lions began frequenting a small preserve south of San Francisco. Deer activity dropped, plants recovered, and shifts among predators like coyotes, bobcats, and foxes followed. The study shows that powerful “trophic cascades” aren’t limited to remote wilderness—they can happen in small, suburban preservesContinue Reading
A dozen MIT students recently set out for Barcelona — not just to study climate resilience, but to experience it firsthand. As part of STS.S22 (How to Grow Resilient Futures: Regenerative Agriculture and Economies in Catalunya, Spain), an Independent Activities Period course taught by Kate Brown, the Thomas M. Siebel DistinguishedContinue Reading
France has reported around 1,000 additional deaths during last week’s record-breaking heat wave, as European cities see more record temperatures.Continue Reading
Hawaii researchers are giving old fishing nets and recycled plastic a second life by mixing them into asphalt roads. Early tests found these roads didn’t release more plastic particles than standard pavement, with tire wear overwhelming any plastic signal from the recycled material. If future studies confirm the roads areContinue Reading
Senior UN climate leaders are getting behind countries mobilising this week for a transition away from fossil fuels at a groundbreaking event in Colombia.Continue Reading