Thursday, July 24, 2025

NASA EXPRESS -- Your STEM Connection for July 24, 2025


NASA STEM Engagement

NASA's International Space Apps Challenge

NASA is inviting innovators of all ages and skill levels to Learn, Launch, Lead alongside a vibrant community of scientists, technologists, and storytellers at the NASA International Space Apps Challenge!


On Oct. 4-5, the largest annual global hackathon will be hosted at more than 450 events worldwide, where you can:

  • Learn skills to succeed in STEM fields
  • Launch ideas that transform NASA’s open data into actionable tools
  • Lead your communities in driving technological innovation! 


Over the course of this two-day hackathon, participants will address challenges authored by NASA subject matter experts and submit their projects for the chance to win one of the ten Global Awards.


Register now for an event near you or connect virtually through the universal event.

NASA's Summer of Planetary Science

Looking for something fun, educational, and out-of-this world to do this summer? We’ve got you covered! NASA’s Summer of Planetary Science is where you can find hands-on activities and real opportunities to do science from home.

 

Planetary science is the study of planets, moons, asteroids, comets, and everything else that orbits the Sun...including Earth!

 

Whether you’re a student, a parent, an educator, or a lifelong space fan, this is your launch pad to explore and learn about planetary science – all you need is a little curiosity. 


Click here to start exploring!

Virtual Learning Opportunities

Webinar – NASA Interns Experience: Insights From Interns and Mentors

Registration Deadline:

Thursday, July 31

Event Date:

Friday, Aug. 1, at 1 p.m. EDT

Contact: nasa-internships@mail.nasa.gov

 

Join the NASA internship team for an interactive webinar to explore exciting internship opportunities and better understand eligibility and application requirements for NASA internships.


Current NASA interns and mentors will discuss their experiences and share advice for prospective interns. Gain valuable insights to strengthen your application and take the first step toward your NASA journey.

 

Click here to register.

NASA L’SPACE Program – Fall 2025

Application Deadline:

Sunday, Aug. 24

Contact: LSPACE@asu.edu

 

The NASA Lucy Student Pipeline Accelerator and Competency Enabler (L'SPACE) Program is a free, online, interactive program for students interested in pursuing a career with NASA or other organizations in the space ecosystem.

 

L'SPACE consists of two academies: the Mission Concept Academy and the NASA Proposal Writing and Evaluation Experience Academy. Students may participate in one academy per semester. Each 15-week academy is designed to provide unique, hands-on learning and insight into the dynamic world of the space industry.


Click here to learn more.

Webinar: An Intro to Citizen Science Event Resources for Libraries

Event Date:

Tuesday, Aug. 26, at 1 p.m. EDT

Contact: sarah@gmri.org

 

Calling all librarians! Join the NASA Citizen Science team for an online event to explore their new Librarian Starter Kit. This kit includes everything librarians need to host a NASA Science program that invites patrons of all ages to “Do NASA Science” by participating in real NASA research projects that help investigate mysteries of the universe.

 

Click here to learn more about this one-hour virtual event and to register to attend.

Partner Opportunities

Night Sky Network Cosmic Conversation: The Lucy Mission

Event Date: Tuesday,

July 29, at 8 p.m. EDT

NOAA 20th Anniversary Arctic Report Card Photo & Video Contest

Entry Deadline:

Sunday, Aug. 31

National Science Foundation Educational Resources:

Astronomy and Space

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Are you looking for NASA STEM materials? Search hundreds of resources at https://www.nasa.gov/learning-resources/search.


Check out the ‘Science for Everyone’ website! Science starts with questions, leading to discoveries. Visit https://science.nasa.gov/for-everyone. To view the site in Spanish, visit https://ciencia.nasa.gov.


Are you looking for more NASA prizes, challenges, and crowdsourcing opportunities? Visit https://www.nasa.gov/get-involved/ to find ways to contribute to NASA’s work.

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