On Tuesday, March 5, the latest class of astronaut candidates graduated to join the ranks of active astronauts. After two years of training, they're now eligible for flight assignments to the International Space Station and beyond.
Do you have what it takes to join them? Astronaut applications are open now! See if you meet the requirements, then get your resume ready to apply.
| | On Monday, April 8, a total solar eclipse will cross North America. Make the most of this rare event with NASA learning resources, including activities, citizen science opportunities, and more.
Put safety first with training about the science behind this type of eclipse, how to view the eclipse safely, and activities to engage others. | | Online Learning Opportunities | | Webinars Presented in English and Spanish – Shedding Light on Eclipses With Related Classroom Resources Audience: K-12 educators Spanish Webinar Date: English Webinar Date: Throughout history, eclipses have been met with awe, curiosity, and sometimes fear. Eclipses remind us that the celestial bodies we observe in the night skies are real objects constantly interacting with each other, giving us perspective on our place in the universe. Join NASA STEM for a webinar about the science of eclipses, NASA’s role in studying them, and how you and your students can best prepare to experience the total solar eclipse on April 8. We will highlight available resources, tools, activities, and safety protocols to assist you in guiding your students through this exciting, memorable, and unique experience. Attendees will receive a one-hour professional development certificate. This webinar will be presented in Spanish and English. Registration closes the day before each event. Click the webinar dates above to register to attend. | | Audience: All educators, students, and caregivers Next Event Date: Thursday, March 14, at 8 p.m. EDT Join NASA’s GPM mission team for a series of webinars to celebrate 10 years of Earth observations that have helped improve life around the globe and better understand our water cycle. In the next webinar of the series, we’ll prepare for World Water Day on Friday, March 22, with a discussion about how and why NASA keeps track of Earth’s limited freshwater resources. Participants will also learn how to join citizen science efforts to monitor precipitation. Click here to register to attend. | | Proposal Deadline: Monday, April 15 NASA’s Office of STEM Engagement’s Minority University Research and Education Project (MUREP) is seeking proposals to promote research collaboration with NASA mission directorates. Funding of up to $50,000 per award supports MSI teams to develop innovative ideas and action plans for commercialization. NASA provides expert guidance and resources throughout the program, enabling MSIs to unlock their full potential and deliver technological innovations that contribute to NASA’s missions and benefit society.
| | Audience: Higher education faculty and students Applicant's Workshop: Proposal Deadline: May 29 The University Leadership Initiative provides the opportunity for university teams to exercise leadership in proposing technical challenges, defining multidisciplinary solutions, establishing peer review mechanisms, and applying innovative strategies to strengthen research impact. Multiple awards are anticipated with nominal annual budgets in the $1 to 2 million range per award. Awards will have a maximum duration of four years. | | More Ways to Get Involved | | Audience: Leaders with a passion for innovation, open science, event planning, and community building Application Deadline: June 15 The NASA International Space Apps Challenge is in search of Local Leads for the 2024 hackathon taking place in October. Local Leads work alongside NASA and the Space Apps Global Organizing Team to organize the Space Apps Challenge for a specific city or town. This includes planning a virtual or in-person local event, supporting local participants, and coordinating local collaborators, judges, and community members. Local Leads get the opportunity to join a global community of thought leaders from 185+ countries/territories to serve their local space, tech, innovation, and creative communities. | | Opportunities With Our Partners | | Event Date: Tuesday, March 19 | | Application Deadline: Sunday, March 31 | | |
Are you looking for NASA STEM materials to support your curriculum?
Find NASA science resources for your classroom. The NASA Science Activation (SciAct) program connects diverse learners of all ages with science in ways that activate minds and promote a deeper understanding of our world and beyond. https://science.nasa.gov/learn
Check out the ‘Explore NASA Science’ website! Science starts with questions, leading to discoveries. Visit science.nasa.gov. To view the site in Spanish, visit ciencia.nasa.gov. | | Visit NASA STEM Engagement on the Web: | | | | | | |
