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The Mystery of Magnetic Fields -  MP3 Download  

Unraveling the mysteries of magnetic fields requires a closer look at plasma.

Microwaving Moondust - MP3 Download  

NASA has another trick up its sleeve, but there’s no magic hat – just moondust and microwaves!

Quantum Messaging - MP3 Download  

Ones and zero’s of the digital world unite! Quantum messaging is right around the corner.

Alternative Rocket Fuel - MP3 Download  

A new alternative rocket fuel could get a boost -- from water on the moon

Measuring the Universe - MP3 Download  

The most ambitious attempt to map the expansion of the universe is proving to be boss.

Butter for Better Pilots - MP3 Download  

If you’re training for a triathlon, watching your fat intake is a good idea. But if you’re piloting a fighter jet, recent findings say, "bring on the butter!"

ArterioVision - MP3 Download  

Technology that helped us get a good look at Mars is now helping save lives here on Earth!

The Fall of the Maya - MP3 Download  

The Mayan civilization was a dominant force in Central America for 1200 years. Then one day, they were gone. Now, NASA technology is helping to find out why.

Science on a Zeppelin - MP3 Download  

Eureka! The zeppelin proves its weight in air as a valuable platform for research.

HICO & RAIDS - MP3 Download  

Its destination was the final frontier but its journey was filled with "firsts!"

NASA & Buzz LIghtyear - MP3 Download  

A new initiative that involves a famous rocket man is launching space education "to infinity and beyond!"

The ALMA Observatory - MP3 Download  

High up in the Andes mountains sits a one hundred-ton piece of hardware – and it’s ready to give the world an eye-opening view!

Robotic Insects - MP3 Download  

New research out of Oxford is generating quite a buzz – and it all centers around an insect!

Electron Beam Fabrication - MP3 Download  

In the world of science fiction, something can always be created from nothing. Now, that same idea is becoming science fact!

The Perfect Space Age Storm - MP3 Download  

The weather report for outer space is calling for continued cosmic ray storms and the most intense action may be yet to come!

ALICE - MP3 Download  

What does it take to produce a safer and simpler fuel? That’s easy, rocket science!

Dark Matter - MP3 Download  

Theories abound when it comes to Dark Matter. Some are popular one is just wimpy

Cliffbot - MP3 Download  

With tips from cliff-scaling earthlings, teams of tethered rovers will really go places on Mars.

Lunar Laser Ranging - MP3 Download  

An experiment left on the lunar surface over 40 years ago, provides a reflection of our changing universe.

Wind Tunnel’s Last Hurrah - MP3 Download  

An historical aviation testing facility may have had its last hurrah but in doing so, it ushered in the future of aircraft design!

Creating Clouds - MP3 Download  

The Eastern United States was recently covered with an unusual cloud and the event turned a dark night into an illuminating experience!

Asteroid Protection - MP3 Download  

If an asteroid were hurtling towards earth, how would nations respond? And who would make the decisions?

An End to Salmonella? - MP3 Download  

Space research may soon stop deadly bacteria in its tracks and bring an end to salmonella poisoning.

Green Aircraft Challenge - MP3 Download  

A challenge to go green could have aviation designers rolling in the green.

Space Clothes - MP3 Download  

A new line of astronaut garb has been put to the ultimate test.

The Growing Problem of Space Junk - MP3 Download  

Space agencies are taking a new look at an old problem - orbiting space junk – and their ideas could give the cosmos a clean sweep.

English Channel Anniversary Flight - MP3 Download  

What do you get when you combine the power of a lawnmower with bicycle wheels and a wooden propeller? History repeating itself.

The Best View of Earth - MP3 Download  

Planet gazing is made easy with a new NASA website.

EXPERT - MP3 Download  

Skyrocketing away from Earth is a regular occurrence in the space industry but now one agency is hoping to make a grand entrance!

Hubble Shows Jupiter’s Shiner - MP3 Download  

Jupiter recently took a big ol’ punch and the Hubble Space Telescope got a close-up look at the shiner it left behind.

Window to the Universe - MP3 Download  

A new window aboard the International Space Station has been installed and it is giving astronomers a whole new view of the night sky.

ESA’s MELiSSA - MP3 Download  

A long stay on Mars means never having to say goodbye… Everything, including human waste, must be recycled.

Lights Out - MP3 Download  

One tiny New Zealand town is staying in the dark in order to light up the night sky.

LSMS - MP3 Download  

Astronauts who live and work on the moon are going to need a helping hand - and NASA wants to extend an entire arm!

Repair for Broken DNA - MP3 Download  

In the microscopic world inside the cells of astronauts, enzymes have their own special way of repairing damaged DNA.

New Heights in aerial photography - MP3 Download  



The latest flying machine is the size of a seat cushion and buzzes like an electric razor

Saving NASA’s Notes - MP3 Download  

How do you document the doodads and scribblings of a legendary rocket scientist?

UK Version of NASA - MP3 Download  

Apple pie. Baseball. And NASA. All three are uniquely American – and now one of them may be the model for Britain’s strategic focus on space exploration.

Mission to Jupiter - MP3 Download  

It’s all systems go, as the search for extraterrestrial life embarks on a mammoth mission - on an icy-covered moon.

Bacterium to Mars and Back - MP3 Download  

A trip to Mars requires the right stuff, whether you are man, mammal or bacterium.

Microalgae for Sale - MP3 Download  

At NASA, ‘going green’ is as simple as pairing rocket science with seaweed.

More Earths? - MP3 Download  

As far as planets go, Earth is pretty spectacular. But now astronomers have found planets that they say are super.

Apollo Program Overview - MP3 Download  

NASA’s giant leap to the moon was really a series of small steps, made possible by big engineering.

Mars 500 Completes Mission - MP3 Download  

Take one mock spacecraft. Add in six men. And dish out three months of isolation. It’s a recipe that is giving would-be space travelers a taste of the long journey to Mars.

Shear Thinning in Space - MP3 Download  

To understand the thick and thin of fluid dynamics, NASA is taking ketchup into consideration

Zero G Brain Scanner - MP3 Download  

How does a brain scanner made for astronauts prove its smarts? By acing a test on the notorious "vomit comet!"

Constellation Space Suit - MP3 Download  

A new ride -- and a new trajectory -- calls for a new space suit for NASA’s next generation of space explorers

Dust Devils on Mars - MP3 Download  

Are they friend or foe? The unpredictable plumes called Dust Devils can cause problems on Earth – and on Mars.

Aviation Hall of Fame Inductees - MP3 Download  

What do an astronaut, an actor, a CEO and a female trailblazer have in common? Their dreams of flight landed them in Dayton, Ohio.

Space Parking - MP3 Download  

Parking spots can be elusive – except it seems, when they are in deep space!

Mid-Flight Morphs - MP3 Download  

In an effort to build greener, quieter planes, engineers are making winglets that move.

The Fisher Space Pen - MP3 Download  

Defying the laws of gravity!! Withstanding the most extreme temperatures!! It must be, the one and only… Space PenÆ!

The End of Ulysses - MP3 Download  

A spacecraft that circled the Sun, has finally been put to rest.

Satellites Reveal Crop Damage - MP3 Download  

Soybeans and satellites may not have much in common, but a NASA study is using one to help the other.

QUIET - MP3 Download  

Almost a hundred years after Albert Einstein predicted the existence of gravity waves, his theory will be put to the test.

From Dust to Bricks? - MP3 Download  

A new idea for food in space has astronauts asking ‘where’s the beef’?!

Deep Space Network - MP3 Download  

What does it take to keep in touch, when you’re traveling to deep space?

Future Mars Exploration - MP3 Download  

When it comes to raising a child, some say it takes a village. When it comes to international partnerships, it takes a planet, the Red Planet to be exact.

Ikhana - MP3 Download  

NASA’s most pressing missions sometimes occur very close to home – especially when the job is combating wildfires.

Hearts in Space - MP3 Download  

Floating around in space seems relaxing… but, as we know, microgravity weakens muscles and the heart is no exception.

Is Our Sun Truly Round? - MP3 Download  

Everyone knows that planet Earth is round. The moon is too. The Sun? Not so much….

Forecasting Turbulence - MP3 Download  

Flying over the ocean puts planes at risk for unexpected turbulence. Now a NASA-funded project is about to make "crossing the pond" smooth sailing for commercial airlines!

CRaTER - MP3 Download  

Living and working on the moon comes with a few "occupational hazards" – but one NASA mission is assessing the risks now, to keep astronauts safe in the future.

PhD in Space - MP3 Download  

Astronauts are known for many firsts… like, being the first to orbit earth… walk on the moon… and now, receive a college degree, while in space!

Hawaii’s Moon Connection - MP3 Download  

The islands of Hawaii have it all…the sun… the waves… the moon-like dust… you just can’t keep NASA scientists from enjoying themselves there!

ASTER Earth Map - MP3 Download  

While globes and atlases had their moment, they are so last millennium. Now the most complete map of the Earth is available right from your computer!

OCEANSAT-2 - MP3 Download  

A new ocean monitoring satellite has India riding a wave of success and other nations are jumping on board!

Urban Climate Change - MP3 Download  

Using remote sensing, NASA is turning up the heat on urban climate change.

New Frontier in Cellular Service - MP3 Download  

How can you stop dropped cell calls or avoid cellular "dead zones?" The world’s largest commercial satellite may have the answer!

A Breathing Atmosphere - MP3 Download  

New data shows the earth’s upper atmosphere takes a licking and keeps on ticking. But can satellites go with the flow?

My NASA Data - MP3 Download  

NASA is bringing the basics of science to life, by making their data, my data.

Around the Americas - MP3 Download  

An expedition around the Americas, will track the ocean’s health, one data-set at a time.

Space Tech Detects Cataracts - MP3 Download  

A NASA space probe has been found to have eye-opening benefits right here on Earth – by detecting the world’s leading cause of vision loss!

Aircraft Nervous Systems - MP3 Download  

The next generation of jets can now detect their structural health by taking a cue from the human nervous system!

Earth’s Plasma Cloak - MP3 Download  

Invisible cloaks aren’t just for wand-waving boys in storybooks. Earth has one too, but it’s much more energetic.

IRIS Experiment - MP3 Download  

On orbit, international cooperation is in more than just the eye of the beholder.

Strongest Ceramic Yet - MP3 Download  

A new synthetic material is giving Mother Nature a run for her money and it could give the aerospace industry an added boost as well!

Spherical Solar Power - MP3 Download  

Solar Power developers are hoping to give space-based arrays, a design that’s as simple as the sun.

From Space to the E.R. - MP3 Download  

To prepare for pandemic outbreaks, European hospitals have learned a thing or two from spaceships.

Sunrise Balloon Observatory - MP3 Download  

They built the rockets that put man on the moon… Now, they want to launch a satellite using a balloon! What is NASA up to now?!

Circus Founder in Space - MP3 Download  

The founder of one of the greatest shows on earth is seeking new thrill… in space!

Uranium on the Moon - MP3 Download  

Will findings from a pioneering satellite inspire a rush to mine the moon?

Spaceport America - MP3 Download  

Space may be the final frontier for tourism, but where is the launch pad for such a trip? The New Mexico desert, of course!

The Apollo Crew - MP3 Download  

Three at a time, NASA’s Apollo astronauts ventured into the unknown and gave the world a new perspective of itself.

Apollo 17 - MP3 Download  

Apollo 17 was a mission of firsts, lasts, and record-breaking endeavors for the Apollo space program.

Apollo 11 Descent - MP3 Download  

It took a national effort send humans to the moon – but it would take the efforts of a few astronauts to give Apollo 11 a safe lunar landing.

After the Moon Landing - MP3 Download  

In 1969, a nation was united with a footstep and a phrase – but Apollo 11 also set the stage for future Apollo successes – in engineering and science.

Before the Moon Landing - MP3 Download  

The Apollo program’s ascent to glory started long before Apollo 11 touched down on the lunar surface!

Apollo 11 Science - MP3 Download  

The Apollo 11 astronauts were the first to kick up lunar dust, but they also kicked off some serious science.

The Apollo 11 EVA - MP3 Download  

What’s a trip to the moon with out a walk on it too?

The Moon’s Silicon Disc - MP3 Download   

The first crew to step foot on the moon left lasting messages from around the world.

The Sea of Tranquility - MP3 Download   

The Apollo 11 mission had the world on the edge of its seat, but a well-chosen landing site brought some "tranquility" to the historic trip.

Apollo Program Overview - MP3 Download   

NASA’s giant leap to the moon was really a series of small steps, made possible by big engineering.

Super Space Tomtato - MP3 Download   

A failed space experiment has launched into a fruity success story – and it’s packing a nutritional punch!

The Edge of Space - MP3 Download   

Where does Earth’s atmosphere end and ‘space’ begin?

PAMELA & Dark Matter - MP3 Download   

What is dark matter? Only through its destruction does it leave some bright clues.

ENDURANCE - MP3 Download   

How do we search for life on other worlds? The answer: ENDURANCE.

Sunseeker - MP3 Download   

Who says planes need fuel to fly? The Sunseeker is proving ‘the sky’s the limit’ for solar powered planes.

Mars’ Stormy Past - MP3 Download   

Data from Mars reveals a stormy past that have shaped the Martian landscape

NASA & Diabetes Research - MP3 Download   

Diabetes researchers are borrowing NASA technology, to help take a closer look at insulin.

BMW Benefits from Space - MP3 Download   

Using space technology, BMW is pushing the limits of auto-making on Earth.

Diameter of the Universe - MP3 Download   

A group of scientists is going across the universe -- and taking numbers along the way.

Biofeedback & Pro Golfers - MP3 Download   

For some pro-golfers, getting in the zone, means training with NASA.

The Electric Nose - MP3 Download   

From space station to subway station, one cosmic technology knows how to sniff out danger!

Streams from the ISS - MP3 Download   

Web surfers can now see the Earth as never before: live from the International Space Station

TIGER: Phase 2 - MP3 Download   

From forecasting the weather to ensuring communication, satellites are always working – but their latest job is bringing relief to countries in dire need.

What’s Inside a Cloud - MP3 Download   

Clouds contain a ‘holy grail’ of information for researchers studying climate.

Kepler the Planet Hunter - MP3 Download   

If there’s one thing NASA’s Kepler probe is good at: it’s staring, and that’s just what it plans to do for three years.

O/OREOS - MP3 Download   

Can outer space and biology ever be friends? The answer is "probably not", but a new research project will soon uncover how life responds to the full array of harsh space conditions.

Phantom Ray - MP3 Download   

An aerospace giant is aiming high, with a futuristic project that is riding on the wings of the past.

Satellites Phone Home - MP3 Download   

Less than thirty years after E.T. wanted to phone home, space satellites are calling Earth - using their cell phones!

The Herschel Space Telescope - MP3 Download   

What does it take to peer into the coldest depths of space? Just the largest, most powerful infrared telescope in history.

Amazing Algae - MP3 Download   

What’s so interesting about algae? It could take a rocket scientist to find out.

Terrestrial or Not? - MP3 Download   

Terrestrial or not terrestrial… that is the question asked by planet- hunting scientists.

Gigapan - MP3 Download   

Technology used to explore Mars is giving people on earth a bigger perspective.

Final Hubble Mission - MP3 Download   

The final mission to service the Hubble Space Telescope has given earth a deeper vision of the cosmos.

Oil Seed Jet Fuel - MP3 Download   

A new alternative fuel is ready for take-off – and it could cut the aviation industry’s greenhouse gas emissions by 84 percent!

UAVSAR & GLISTIN - MP3 Download   

NASA is putting its latest airborne radars on ice – and the idea is getting a warm reception!

Space Tech. in the E.R. - MP3 Download   

Medical technology designed for outer space is coming down to Earth – and could transform Emergency Rooms around the world!

SABER Studies Ionosphere - MP3 Download   

Solar storms wreak havoc on Earth and in space. Now NASA is counting on one satellite to help better understand this highly charged phenomenon

Super Plastic Helps Hearts - MP3 Download   

A super plastic meant for high-speed aircraft is now saving lives, by making its way into the hearts – literally - of cardiac patients.

Aquarius - MP3 Download   

The U.S. space agency is getting a taste for the sea, with a new mission that will show how salt can affect our lives.

The Planck Observatory - MP3 Download   

Time travel may be more science fiction than science, but one revolutionary telescope is about to come close!

Hayabusa - MP3 Download   

Japan’s space agency is taking on asteroids – to save the planet from a collision of astronomical proportions!

PharmaSat - MP3 Download   

The battle against bacteria has gone cosmic – with the launch of a tiny satellite known as PharmaSat.

Collecting Comet Dust - MP3 Download   

A new plan has aircraft collecting dust – and hitting pay dirt with an unexpected discovery.

Research on Mt. Everest - MP3 Download   

NASA researchers are going to extremes, by climbing the tallest mountain on Earth, all in the name of science.

Bird Deterrent for Airlines - MP3 Download   

New research may help shoo birds from airport runways.

Himiko - MP3 Download   

The universe is filled with mysteries – and the latest is a colossal ball of gas that has astronomers both baffled and intrigued.

Hydrokinetic Energy - MP3 Download   

NASA researchers are riding the wave of renewable energy, by using space technology to harness the power of the ocean.

Sticky Moon Dust - MP3 Download   

Researchers seek to solve a sticky situation for future missions to the moon.

Where’s the Anti-Matter? - MP3 Download   

A very patient passenger will be hitching a ride on NASA’s last shuttle mission, in hopes of discovering an antimatter universe.

Earthshine - MP3 Download   

First there was sunshine. Then there was moonshine – the real and the man-made! Now there’s a new kid in town, and its name is Earthshine.

Asteroid Threats - MP3 Download   

If an asteroid were hurtling towards earth, how would nations respond? And who would make the decisions?

Space Solar Power - MP3 Download   

Californians may soon be getting a power boost – when 200 megawatts of electricity is beamed down from space!

Space Tornados - MP3 Download   

New research has revealed the cause of Earth’s beautiful auroras.

JAXA Sneakers - MP3 Download   

Astronauts get their kicks with new shoes designed for zero g.

Astronaut Health Studies - MP3 Download   

Human Research Program gets funding for studies that will ultimately benefit life on earth.

ISS Views on Earth - MP3 Download   

Planet gazing is made easy with a new NASA website.

Colbert’s Node - MP3 Download   

Comedy and diplomacy meet in low earth orbit, for the naming of a new addition, to the International Space Station.

DNA on Mars - MP3 Download   

A new DNA test designed for use on Mars might connect the dots in the sequence of life’s origins.

A Quiet Sun - MP3 Download   

The sun heats our planet, but it also has the ability to knock out satellites with no advanced warning…until now.

Springtime on Mars - MP3 Download   

Did you know Mars enjoys springtime too? But it's not like we know it.

Planes with Feathers - MP3 Download   

It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s a plane – with feathers!

Deep Solar Mininum - MP3 Download   

According to NASA the sun’s energy is in a bit of a slump. But just how low will it go?

Russia’s Space Goals - MP3 Download   

Russia is revving its engines for a new space project so ambitious, that it could launch a brand new space race.

Solving Salmonella - MP3 Download   

Space research may soon stop deadly bacteria in its tracks - and bring an end to salmonella poisoning.

Sandblaster - MP3 Download   

Merging technologies could give pilots new vision for many happy returns.

GOCE - MP3 Download   

A European satellite is on the move, mapping out the Earth’s gravitational pull – and it’s a "force" to be reckoned with.

Unfamiliar Bacteria - MP3 Download   

Could new species of bacteria come from outer space?

Lunar Oasis Greenhouse - MP3 Download   

We’ve landed on the moon; we’ve walked on the moon; and soon we’ll be growing vegetables on the moon!

Arctic on Thin Ice - MP3 Download   

As new melt seasons begins, how vulnerable is the Arctic’s ice cover?

Northwest Passage Mission - MP3 Download   

Across the icy Northwest Passage, NASA and the Canadian Space Agency are venturing down a road less traveled.

Cyclone Tracker - MP3 Download   

Using math, computers and a catastrophic cyclone, NASA has developed a forecasting tool that could save thousands of lives.

Galileo's Telescope - MP3 Download   

In celebration of 400 years of astronomy, Galileo is finally coming to America – a trip that’s long overdue.

GLACIER - MP3 Download   

A new appliance is bringing a big chill to the International Space Station, by making science very cool.

Catch a Shooting Star - MP3 Download   

Scientists have hit the astronomical jackpot – by capturing a shooting star!

European Anti Light-Pollution Reserve - MP3 Download   

Local villages in France are making history – and preserving the night sky – all in the name of astronomy.

The Ares Super-Chute - MP3 Download   

The Arizona desert recently had a lot of company drop in – 50,000 pounds worth – and it’s all part of NASA’s mission to return to the moon.

Shape-Shifting Helicopter Blades - MP3 Download   

A science-fiction idea is becoming an aviation reality, with a shape-shifting material set to transform helicopter flight!

Clean Sweep in Space - MP3 Download   

Space agencies are taking a new look at an old problem - orbiting space junk – and their ideas could give the cosmos a clean sweep.

Runaway Stars - MP3 Download   

A serendipitous sighting by Hubble reveals star behavior gone awry.

China’s Space Station - MP3 Download   

China is following in the footsteps of George Jefferson – but instead of "movin’ on up" to the East Side, the country is aiming higher – with new digs on its very own space station.

eSpace - MP3 Download   

How can potential space entrepreneurs get their gadgets from the workbench to the launchpad? A not-for-profit company has the answer – and a whole lot more!

Geared Turbofan & Open Rotor - MP3 Download   

The aviation industry is working to clear the air – and two new engines could help them reach that goal!

Planetary Skin - MP3 Download   

NASA’s latest environmental project has the space agency flashing a little skin, in order to save some green!

Pluto Under the Telescope - MP3 Download   

The dwarf planet Pluto is full of surprises – as European astronomers found when they recently got the big picture on the small planet.

Satellites & Ice Melt - MP3 Download   

Satellites allow us to use cell phones, forecast the weather, and study the universe – but the latest satellite technology is helping scientists gauge the signs of global warming.

Starlight Reserve - MP3 Download   

One tiny New Zealand town is staying in the dark – in order to light up the night sky.

 


Water-Powered Jetpacks - MP3 Download   

Jetpacks have made the idea of personal flight soar, but the latest design is really making a splash!

Tailored Arrivals - MP3 Download   




A tailor-made landing program has aircraft fuel-efficiency looking up - and the airline industry flying high!

A New Saturn Moon - MP3 Download   

Imagine looking out your window and seeing over 60 moons in the sky. That’s close to the number that orbit Saturn – and now Cassini has added another to the list!

Phobos-Grunt - MP3 Download   

Science S’Cool - MP3 Download  

When scientists and school kids get together, the results are… S’Cool.

Waste-d Energy - MP3 Download  

Taking out the trash and mowing the lawn are acquiring a higher status – going from "must-do chores" to "alternative-energy sources."

Europa Mission - MP3 Download  

It’s all systems go, as the search for extraterrestrial life embarks on a mammoth mission - on an icy-covered moon.

Super Earths - MP3 Download  

As far as planets go, Earth is pretty spectacular. But now astronomers have found planets that they say are super.

Space Code - MP3 Download 

Security codes. Zip codes. Even secret codes. It seems there’s some kind of code for everything – and now that may include space.

NuSTAR - MP3 Download 

We live in a high-energy Universe. But to get a look at high-energy action, we need eyes sensitive to X-rays.

NASA’s Insulating Powder - MP3 Download 

What comes in every color you can imagine, but still always stays green?

ISS Immune Experiment - MP3 Download 

How would a trip to Mars affect the human immune system? NASA is making this question a full time experiment.

Mantis - MP3 Download 

The sighting of an unusually large mantis has set the aviation community abuzz – and put a European company in the spotlight.

Runaway Stars - MP3 Download 

A serendipitous sighting by Hubble reveals star behavior gone awry

Gamma Ray Flare Star - MP3 Download 

Now playing - the most spectacular light show in the universe! Packed with more energy than the Sun, this must-see event is putting on a remarkable show - and NASA has front row seats.

NOAA-N - MP3 Download 

It has helped us decide what to wear, whether we should drive – and even how to plan our day…and now the last of its kind has left Earth for good.

The Alternative Aviation Fuel Experiment - MP3 Download 

Alternative fuels are being put to the test - because the future of aviation depends on it!

Stardust’s 10th Anniversary - MP3 Download 

String the streamers, blow up the balloons and toss up the co -- smic dust? NASA’s Stardust spacecraft just turned 10…and it’s in the prime of its life!

The Far Side of the Sun - MP3 Download 

For the first time ever, NASA's got a first glimpse of the far side of the sun.

Water on the Moon? - MP3 Download 

A new look at moon rocks has been raising some very old questions.

New Air Force One - MP3 Download 

The next big bid for the airline industry will determine who will carry the country’s most precious cargo.

Microtransceivers: From Mars to Earth - MP3 Download 

When hi-tech space gadgets get an upgrade, the benefits are far from remote.

Montana Moondust - MP3 Download 

NASA researchers are leaving the lab and heading to the mines -– all in the name of science!

First Star’s Radio Signal - MP3 Download 

Like legends who live fast and die young, the very first stars of the cosmos may have also left an everlasting imprint on the universe - in radio waves.

Herschel Space Observatory - MP3 Download 

It’s silver. It’s spectacular. And, after 20 years in the making, the biggest telescope mirror in the world will soon become the biggest telescope mirror in the universe!

Lockheed Makes Waves -  MP3 Download 

A leader in the aerospace industry is coming down to sea level - and riding the wave of alternative energy!

Axel - MP3 Download 

When you see a yo-yo, you probably think, "child’s toy." When NASA engineers see a yo-yo, they design the next generation of space rovers.

Google Mars 3D - MP3 Download 

What happens when a space agency and an Internet giant combine forces? A mysterious red planet appears on your computer – in all its 3D glory.

Moveable Morphable Winglets - MP3 Download 

In an effort to build greener, quieter planes, engineers are making winglets that move.

Lunar Bricks - MP3 Download 

The moon may not hold all of the building blocks for life, but enough to build some shelter, at least.

Singularity University - MP3 Download 

Forget everything you’ve heard about summer school. This summer, education is going sci-fi, with the most cutting edge curriculum on the planet.

E-Turbs & TAPS - MP3 Download 

Ladies and Gentleman, your attention please - we are not encountering turbulence! Thanks to new technology, airplanes could soon be steering clear of choppy air.

Mapping Forest Biodiversity - MP3 Download 

 Because loggers can’t see the forest for the trees, scientists are using laser scanners to do the job.

SpaceWorld - MP3 Download 

India is taking giant steps with its space exploration program – and that means a world of fun for everyone.

Silk Worms in Space - MP3 Download 

A steak dinner in space isn't the easiest task to accomplish, so where will astronauts on long-duration flights get their necessary protein?

Jelled Rocket Fuel - MP3 Download 

The sciences of gastronomy and rocketry are jelling -- to give engines a new boost.

The Ibuki Satellite - MP3 Download 

Japan has launched the first satellite to monitor greenhouse gases worldwide.

Cosmic Inspired Music - MP3 Download 

The mysteries of the universe inspire dreamers to dream, thinkers to think and now, musicians to play…

Bird-Detecting Radar - MP3 Download 

Runways weren’t designed for both planes and birds. Radar might be the key to keeping the two from colliding.

Astronauts Hall of Fame - MP3 Download 

Guitars and leather jackets are cool – but it’s the Hall of Fame for Astronauts, not rock and roll, that redefines what it means to be "far out"!

SandBoT - MP3 Download 

Leaping lizards! The next wave of robot explorers has made a giant leap in walking - by mimicking the unusual movement of desert animals.

CECE - MP3 Download 

A robust rocket engine is heating things up at NASA, by creating a deep freeze that will ensure a safe landing on the moon.

Exoplanet Atmosphere Detected - MP3 Download 

Scientists are forging a new frontier in space – by seeking out new worlds, and perhaps new civilizations, that go beyond our solar system.

Global Hawk/GLOPAC - MP3 Download 

A renowned military aircraft is getting a second chance at flying high – all in the name of science!

Hawaii Hot Spot - MP3 Download 

The islands of Hawaii have it all…the sun… the waves… the moon-like dust… you just can’t keep NASA scientists from enjoying themselves there!

AIRS - MP3 Download 

For NASA, gazing at clouds is more than just a way to pass time.

HIAPER - MP3 Download 

Scientific discovery is taking a global perspective – with an ambitious 24,000-mile mission aimed to capture a complete picture of greenhouse gases.

Methane on Mars - MP3 Download 

Recent findings on Mars now reveal that the Red Planet is not a Dead Planet – at least under the surface!

Urban Heat Study - MP3 Download 

Using remote sensing, NASA is turning up the heat on urban climate

Flying Cars - MP3 Download 

It can go from road to runway in a matter of seconds – and make traffic jams a thing of the past. Buckle up - because the world’s first flying car is preparing for take-off!

Bees Improve Drone Aircraft - MP3 Download 

Australian scientists are "buzzing" over a honeybee discovery that could transform drone aircraft into stinging target-seekers.

ADS-B - MP3 Download

With airplanes crowding the skies, faster flights require a safer route.

Balloon for Science - MP3 Download

Letting a balloon loose in the sky might make a kid cry. But it seems to make NASA scientists smile.

Space Laser Detects Cataracts - MP3 Download

A NASA space probe has been found to have eye-opening benefits right here on Earth – by detecting the world’s leading cause of vision loss!

How Round is the Sun - MP3 Download

Everyone knows that planet Earth is round. The moon is too. But what about the sun? Not so much...

Biofuel Test Flights - MP3 Download

The airlines are going green, or at least using green, in test flights that could ‘rev up’ the role of sustainable fuels in the skies.

LRIT - MP3 Download

India has a new weapon against terror – and its players are located on the sea and in space.

Out of the Box - MP3 Download

The world’s top minds are giving the future of flight some serious thought - with pie-in-the-sky concepts that would make sci-fi air travel a reality.

Deep Space Internet - MP3 Download

Being without email and instant messaging would be like living on another planet. But never fear interplanetary Internet is here.

Boeing 757 Hostel - MP3 Download

Near an airport in Stockholm Sweden, an old jumbo jet will accommodate travelers in a new way.

NASA & NASCAR - MP3 Download

The engines are already revving up for NASA’s next trip to the moon – and NASCAR will be riding shotgun the entire way there!

Iron on the Moon - MP3 Download

Forget the Swiss cheese. With spectral imaging, scientists are discovering what the moon is really made of.

Rubber Ducks in the Name of Science - MP3 Download

From out of the bathtub and into the ocean, NASA’s latest research tool is a classic rubber ducky.

Earth’s Atmosphere Breathes - MP3 Download

New data shows the earth’s upper atmosphere takes a licking and keeps on ticking. But can satellites go with the flow?

More to the Magnetosphere - MP3 Download

Invisible cloaks aren’t just for wand-waving boys in storybooks. Earth has one too – but it’s much more energetic.

Korean Lunar Lander - MP3 Download

Building a spacecraft is no easy task. But with a little help, Korea hopes its new lander will make it to the moon.

Real World Design Challenge - MP3 Download

More fun than a math test… more challenging than a science project… one annual competition puts teams of kids to work on real world problems.

Globular Cluster - MP3 Download

"Globular clusters" don’t sound particularly stellar. But they’ve recently become a star attraction for sky gazers.

Mars Collaboration - MP3 Download

If it takes a village to raise a child, perhaps it’ll take an international collaboration to complete a mission to Mars.

CINDI Says Space is Closer - MP3 Download

So where does the Earth's atmosphere end and space begin? Well, scientists are realizing it's closer than they thought.

Microbes Survive Space - MP3 Download

Can life as we know it endure a trip from one world to another?

Space-DRUMS - MP3 Download

Blasting sound out of speakers isn’t just for rock concerts anymore.

APOGEE - MP3 Download

What’s bright, bloated and red all over? Scientists at the University of Virginia will soon have the answer – in minute detail!

HiRISE - MP3 Download

Mars is soaking up its time in the spotlight – as the Red Planet poses for stunning photographs that are worthy of the red carpet.

Mars on Earth - MP3 Download

Where on Earth would you ever find Mars? Take a trip to Denmark and you just might find out.

Toughest Ceramic Ever Made - MP3 Download

A new synthetic material is giving Mother Nature a run for her money – and it could give the aerospace industry an added boost as well!

The Great Moonbuggy Race - MP3 Download

The business of aerospace is serious, but once a year, NASA loosens up its spacesuit and goes for a joyride – moonbuggy-style.

Satellite’s Eyes on Darfur - MP3 Download

Whether peering into deep space, or deeply troubled parts of the world, satellites provide a much-needed perspective on humanity.

XPOSE-R - MP3 Download

A biology experiment is aiming to uncover the origin of life on Earth – by bringing science to unprecedented heights on the International Space Station.

ESA Tech Transfer - MP3 Download

To prepare for pandemic outbreaks, European hospitals have learned a thing or two from spaceships.

Biofuel Test Flights - MP3 Download

The airlines are going green, or at least using green, in test flights that could ‘rev up’ the role of sustainable fuels in the skies.

LRIT - MP3 Download

India has a new weapon against terror – and its players are located on the sea and in space.

Mars 500 - MP3 Download

105 days in isolation – no, it’s not a prison sentence; it’s part of an epic study to prepare astronauts for the next frontier in space travel!

Europa’s Ocean in Motion - MP3 Download

Once known as merely a giant ball of gas, Jupiter is stirring things up – literally – on its icy moon, Europa.

The Soot Factor - MP3 Download

NASA scientists are airing some dirty laundry

NASA Tweets - MP3 Download

NASA has entered a new frontier by giving Space Age missions an Internet Age spin – and it’s setting their work all a-"twitter!"

Australia Rejoins the Space Race - MP3 Download

The Space Race is about to get another player – or mate – as the Land of Oz takes its space research from "down under" to above and beyond!

Lockhead Wind Forecasting System - MP3 Download

Even with clear skies ahead, gust of wind that are not seen by the naked eye can really stir things up on an airplane.

ISS Turns 10 - MP3 Download

Although a 10th birthday doesn’t seem like much of a milestone, it is when the celebration is for the 300 ton research facility built in space.

FREE Satellite Data - MP3 Download

Everybody on earth loves a bargain. Soon, free access to satellite imagery from around the globe will be the new "deal of the universe."

Monitoring Pilots’ Brains - MP3 Download

Stress and fatigue can affect anyone’s work performance. But for airline pilots, work overload could mean endangering lives.

Wi-Fi Up High - MP3 Download

Sending an email from 23,000 feet in the air shouldn’t be as complex as rocket science -so when will WiFi earn its wings?

Project Odyssey - MP3 Download

Space tourism will allow us mere mortals to boldly go where no tourist has gone before,  and now a new program is along for the ride.

Boeing’s Hydrogen-Fueled Aircraft - MP3 Download

What do you call a plane that can fly for up to 10 days, emits water vapor instead of toxic fuel and reaches altitudes topping 60,000 feet?† Boeing calls it the future of flight.

Nano-satellites - MP3 Download

The skies seem over-crowded with satellites. But engineers are working to clear the air.

TV Shot in Space - MP3 Download

Station ID’s make your favorite radio or TV channels memorable.

Now one network is using space as a brand to catch viewers’ attention.

Biosphere 2 - MP3 Download

What’s the best way to teach teachers about research in the real world? By inviting them to learn in an enclosed one.

Cupola - MP3 Download

Contrary to what you may you think, installing a window really is rocket science.

Water Recycling System - MP3 Download

Astronauts have been collecting for a special recycling project on the International Space Station – and it’s a far cry from paper and plastic!

Protecting Deep-Sea Divers - MP3 Download

Technology designed to protect astronauts in space, now has earthlings diving head first into earth’s most extreme environments.

Treading on the Moon - MP3 Download

The big wheels keep on rolling, as some of the first tires ever to leave tracks on the moon are used for the next generation of lunar travel.

Hubble & Supernovas - MP3 Download

For almost 20 years, NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope has helped rewrite the textbook on exploding stars – and it all started with one titanic.

Hubble WCF3 - MP3 Download

A new camera on NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope will lead the legendary instrument on a new voyage of scientific discovery.

Hubble & ANGST - MP3 Download

A new camera on NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope will lead the legendary instrument on a new voyage of scientific discovery.

Volcanic-Hotspot Mercury - MP3 Download

A new camera on NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope will lead the legendary instrument on a new voyage of scientific discovery.

Virtual Space Station - MP3 Download

A new camera on NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope will lead the legendary instrument on a new voyage of scientific discovery.

SOFIA - MP3 Download

A Boeing 747 will soon embark on a 20-year mission that will have scientists across the globe seeing red – infrared, that is!

Interplanetary Internet - MP3 Download

Spanning the entire globe isn’t enough for the Internet – now it’s looking to go "universal" – and a partnership between NASA and Google could make it happen!

Junk-Free Lunar Orbit - MP3 Download

It’s time to take out the trash, and make the world – or in this case, the moon, a cleaner place.

Orbiting Carbon Observatory - MP3 Download

NASA scientists are hoping a new mission will help turn the tide on Earth’s oceans – and help prevent a serious problem from becoming catastrophic

Fat Cells Help Heart - MP3 Download

Too much fat can be harmful for the heart, however, new research is suggesting that fat cells might be just what the doctor ordered.

Lunar Lander Challenge - MP3 Download

The third time was definitely a charm for a dedicated team of rocketeers, whose persistence and hard work paid off in this year’s Lunar Lander Challenge.

Ares 1-X Data Collection - MP3 Download

Forget about smoke and fire – one NASA rocket will launch a frenzy of data-collecting that is pivotal to man’s return to the moon!

Apollo Heat Sheild - MP3 Download

The saying is true – what’s old IS new again, as a new generation of space vehicles goes retro, with a blast from the past!

Ames Coronagraph Experiment Lab - MP3 Download

When it comes to observing Earth-like planets, sometimes starlight is just TOO bright – but a new lab is dimming those lights, for the sake of science!

NASA eNose - MP3 Download

A sensor originally developed for the space shuttle could prove handy in saving lives.

India's Moon Mission - MP3 Download

India's maiden moon voyage will give all those back on Earth a more 3-dimensional view of our favorite satellite

Space Age Metal Foam - MP3 Download

Metal foam - This stuff works wonders!

X-51 - MP3 Download

A jet-fueled, air-breathing vehicle is about to go the distance – and set new records in hypersonic flight!

ESA & Marco Polo - MP3 Download

As scientists search for clues to Earth’s origins, it’s the solar system’s most irregular bodies that may hold the secrets.

Buckypaper - MP3 Download

An oddly-named super-material, with origins from outer space, could revolutionize the future of planes, cars and computers!

Scarab Testing - MP3 Download

What does a Hawaiian volcano and the moon have in common?

Mars Science Laboratory - MP3 Download

A new set of wheels could be rolling on the Martian surface in the near future – but a hefty price tag is threatening to put on the brakes

WISE - MP3 Download

When it comes to studying the solar system, NASA knows how to get smart - with a new mission that’s turning "WISE" eyes on the skies!

Black Holes - MP3 Download

With the help of Hubble, scientists confirmed the existence of black holes

Hubble & Dark Energy - MP3 Download

The Hubble Space Telescope is helping astronomers understand one of the most mysterious and possibly abundant forces in the universe: Dark Energy!

The James Webb Telescope - MP3 Download

The next generation of space telescopes is built to capture images -- and the attention of astronomers worldwide

The International Year of Astronomy - MP3 Download

Whether you’re an amateur or professional stargazer, 2009 will be the year to celebrate astronomy together.

The Hubble Space Telescope - MP3 Download

What is it about the Hubble Telescope that has astronomers – and the world – asking for more?

Galileo - MP3 Download

Pointing his telescope towards the skies, Galileo Galilei changed the course of astronomy forever.

The Age of Our Universe - MP3 Download

How old is the universe? The Hubble Space Telescope has found old stars that confirm new estimates

MAVEN - MP3 Download

Billions of years ago, Mars was a very different place. Now scientists are searching for the clues to its change.

Space Elevator - MP3 Download

Once a sci-fi fantasy, the space elevator has risen from storybooks to capture the imagination of engineers world-wide

Producing Life on Titan - MP3 Download

A graduate student’s research has the scientific community taking notice – and showing one of Saturn’s moons in a whole new light!

Nanotechnology Biosensor - MP3 Download

As nano-technology increases, so does the ability to keep us all safe.

Aerosols & Climate - MP3 Download

Can a man-made fire in the Amazon change the course of the weather? The forecast is surprising!

Supercomuters for Smooth Flying - MP3 Download

Turbulent airplane travel could be a thing of the past - thanks to a supercomputer that can turn bumpy rides into smooth sailing!

Vasimir - MP3 Download

A revolutionary new rocket will soon be headed to the International Space Station - and the result could make high-powered, fuel-efficient rockets a reality!

Geysers on Enceladus - MP3 Download

You've heard of Old Faithful but that's nothing compared to the geysers shooting off of Saturn's moon Enceladus

Biggest Chopper - MP3 Download

What do you get when you cross a helicopter with a blimp? The JHL-40!

M2-F1 - MP3 Download

Over 40 years ago, a wingless craft that looked like a bathtub on wheels made its flying debut – and launched the legacy of the NASA space shuttle!

NASA's 50th - NASA Parachute Saves Lives - MP3 Download

Five years ago, a pilot’s parachute-landing into a Texas Mesquite tree grove made aviation history and became a NASA success story!

Ames Systems - MP3 Download

Using major automations, space travel could be made a whole lot easier.

NASA's 50 - Apollo 13 - MP3 Download

Before it was a major motion picture, Apollo 13 was a real-life drama that unfolded in 1970.

NASA's 50th - Pioneer 10 - MP3 Download

Pioneer 10, launched in 1972, has seen its fair share of our solar system.

NASA's 50th - Magellan - MP3 Download

The Magellan spacecraft was the first to orbit Venus, the spot of its eventual resting place.

NASA's 50th - Eileen Collins - MP3 Download

The first woman to command a space shuttle mission, Eileen Collins has spent quite a lot of time in space.

NASA's 50th - Endeavour - MP3 Download

Sixteen years ago, a NASA Space Shuttle, named after a legendary British exploring ship, left Earth on its dramatic maiden voyage.

NASA's 50th - Hubble - MP3 Download

Having sent hundreds of thousands of images back to Earth, the Hubble Space Telescope is quite the piece of equipment.

NASA's 50th - Terra - MP3 Download

Terra is the most comprehensive global monitoring program helping give us a heads up when bad weather is on the way.

NASA's 50th - Winglets - MP3 Download

In 1987 the Winglet was introduced as a more efficient wing for airplanes. Today, nearly all jumbo jets use the technology.

NASA's 50th - Spirit & Opportunity - MP3 Download

It’s been four years since NASA’s most famous twin geologists landed on the Martian surface – and they’ve been breaking ground ever since!

NASA's 50th - LCVG Spinoff - MP3 Download

Innovative NASA technology made man’s trips to the moon a "cool" venture – and has continued to make history ever since!

NIA Algorithms - MP3 Download

As computer systems get more complicated, working out the bugs means bringing back the math.

NASA's A-Train - MP3 Download

Six different satellites aboard NASA's A-Train are helping scientists learn about the global climate.

Landing on an Asteroid - MP3 Download

In addition to returning man to the moon, NASA’s sights are set on Mars – with a possible pit stop on an asteroid!

DARPA Turns 50 - MP3 Download

DARPA is an agency whose mission it is to help guard the nation against any future technological surprises.

JEM - MP3 Download

As the International Space Station continues to grow, Japan contributes a gem of a space lab.

Future Mars Missions - MP3 Download

The ever-intriguing Red Planet is the next hotspot on the international space scene, as a melting pot of Earth explorers gear up to go to Mars.

Stardust - MP3 Download

Part treasure hunt, part space odyssey, this NASA mission flew to the edge of the solar system to bring back a galaxy of riches!

NASA’s 50 th - Reagan And The ISS - MP3 Download

Twenty-four years ago a U.S. President green-lit a project that would forever alter the country's space program.

NASA’s 50 – Deep Impact - MP3 Download

Deep Impact blew up the equivalent of 5 tons of TNT on a comet and snapped some really great pictures from it.

NASA’s 50th - Cassini-Huygens - MP3 Download