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Artists impression of what WASP-17b could look like, based on. data gathered by Mid-Infrared Instrument (MIRI) and other ground- and space-based telescopes, including the Hubble and Spitzer space telescopes. NASA, ESA, CSA, Ralf Crawford (STScI)

Clouds of quartz detected high in a distant planet’s atmosphere – here’s what this tells us about other worlds

The atmosphere is a reflection of extreme conditions on the super-heated planet.
. NASA/Bill Anders

Sustainability is often an afterthought in space exploration – that needs to change as the industry grows

Space exploration is often propelled by competition, driven by national pride and with little thought about consequence. It is time to consider space as a commons, not just a resource to exploit.
NASA’s Artemis I Space Launch System rocket, with the Orion capsule attached, launches at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center on November 16, 2022 in Cape Canaveral, Florida. Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images

Outer space: Rwanda and Nigeria sign an accord for more responsible exploration – why this matters

As signatories, Nigeria and Rwanda are demonstrating their commitment to safe, sustainable use of outer space. This should have multiple benefits.

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