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What Does NASA Do?
02.01.10
NASA's vision: To reach for new heights and reveal the unknown so that what we do and learn will benefit all humankind.
To do that, thousands of people have been working around the world -- and off of it -- for 50 years, trying to answer some basic questions. What's out there in space? How do we get there? What will we find? What can we learn there, or learn just by trying to get there, that will make life better here on Earth?
NASA Today
NASA conducts its work in three principal organizations, called mission directorates:
- Aeronautics: pioneers and proves new flight technologies that improve our ability to explore and which have practical applications on Earth.
- Human Exploration and Operations: focuses on International Space Station operations and human exploration beyond low Earth orbit.
- Science: explores the Earth, solar system and universe beyond; charts the best route of discovery; and reaps the benefits of Earth and space exploration for society.
In the early 21st century, NASA's reach spans the universe. The Mars Exploration Rover Opportunity is still studying Mars after arriving with its twin Spirit in 2004. Cassini is in orbit around Saturn, as Juno makes its way to Jupiter. The restoredHubble Space Telescope continues to explore the deepest reaches of the cosmos.
Closer to home, the latest crew of the International Space Station is extending the permanent human presence in space.Earth Science satellites are sending back unprecedented data on Earth's oceans, climate and other features. NASA'saeronautics team is working with other government organizations, universities, and industry to fundamentally improve the air transportation experience and retain our nation's leadership in global aviation.
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They are called NASA employees.
Did john glenn work for nasa?
John Glenn was a NASA astronaut.
How many people work for NASA?
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How many astrophysicists work at NASA?
5000
Who was the first woman to work for NASA?
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What are the People Who Work at NASA Called?
They are called NASA employees.
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I want to work for NASA. NASA sure does get some great photographs of the Earth.
Did Albert Einstein work for NASA?
No. He died before NASA was started.
Did john glenn work for nasa?
John Glenn was a NASA astronaut.
How many people work for NASA?
As of June 2011 18,968 people worked for NASA.
Is it necessary to be an American to work in NASA?
no
Who did neil Armstrong work for?
nasa
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Can NASA's secret code be given to anyone?
No, any codes that are NASA's are private. They cannot be given out to anyone who does not work for NASA and have the correct clearance. === ===
Is there any threat to the climate change by NASA's work?
No Nasa is smart they will know if something has changed
When did Jim Goodnight work for NASA?
NASA Apollo space program, 1966, computer programmer
