Antares rocket carrying the S.S. Piers Sellers Cygnus spacecraft launched from Wallops at 12:40 p.m. ET which will deliver 8,300 pounds of science, research, & supplies to the

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One payload aboard today’s NG-17 launch is SoFIE, a new facility enabling new studies of flammability of materials, which could help ensure crew safety. go.nasa.gov/3LHgSrh

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To the

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team: Thanks for the smooth ride into space on board the good ship S.S. Piers Sellers #AdAstra #CRS17 #NG17

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The

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Antares vehicle lifted off from Wallops at 12:40 p.m. ET carrying the Cygnus spacecraft carrying 8,300 pounds of cargo & research to the

@Space_Station

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LIFTOFF! 🚀 The Northrop Grumman Corporation Antares vehicle launched at 12:40 p.m. ET, carrying the Cygnus spacecraft loaded with science and supplies to the International Space Station!

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We're go for launch! 🚀 We’re just 10 minutes away from Antares vehicle carrying the Cygnus spacecraft full of science & supplies to the

@Space_Station

. For those in the mid-Atlantic region, weather permitting, you may catch the rocket after liftoff. 📺 nasa.gov/live

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LIVE NOW 📺 We’re 20 minutes away from launching the

@NorthropGrumman

Antares vehicle carrying the Cygnus spacecraft full of science and supplies to the

@Space_Station

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LIVE NOW: Watch @NorthropGrumman's #Cygnus spacecraft launch from @NASA_Wallops. The cargo ship is named after late astronaut and scientist Piers Sellers, who was instrumental in assembling the @Space_Station. Liftoff is set for 12:40pm ET (17:40 UTC). twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1

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Working as a scientist, astronaut, and Earth science leader at Goddard, the late Dr. Piers Sellers used his voice to confront the reality of Earth’s changing climate. The Cygnus spacecraft launching today is dedicated to Piers. go.nasa.gov/3JAuvqu

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Wallops Range Meteorologist Evan Thomas gives us the latest on today's weather conditions for the Antares cargo launch. Liftoff is scheduled for 12:40 p.m. ET.

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For those in the mid-Atlantic region, weather permitting, you may catch a glimpse of the rocket across the sky. Learn more on how you can watch: go.nasa.gov/3sn5PuK

visibility map showing how many seconds after launch people in the mid-atlantic region may be able to see the antares rocket in the sky after launch.

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It's a chilly day for a launch. 🥶 The

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Antares vehicle carrying the Cygnus spacecraft full of science & supplies to the

@Space_Station

is counting down to launch at 12:40 p.m. ET. The forecast remains 75% favorable, with ground winds being the main concern.

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LIVE NOW: Hear from NASA and

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experts sending science aboard the next #Cygnus resupply mission to the

@Space_Station

, targeted for Feb. 19. Tag your questions using #AskNASA: nasa.gov/live

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Feb 18

The S.S. Piers Sellers launches tomorrow aboard our #Antares rocket at 12:40 p.m. from

@NASA_Wallops

as part of our 17th cargo resupply mission to the

@Space_Station

. ms.spr.ly/6016wzVAs

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Feb 17

🚀Este fin de semana, docenas de investigaciones nuevas viajan a la

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a bordo la misión de reabastecimiento CRS-17 de Northrop Grumman. Aprende más: go.nasa.gov/3LCVGTz

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Feb 17

Growing crops in space without soil? We want to know more! This hydroponics & aeroponics system is catching a ride on the Cygnus spacecraft this Saturday aboard the

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Antares rocket. go.nasa.gov/3uYLdvB

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Do plants need soil to grow? Actually, no. We’re launching hardware to @Space_Station that will use hydroponics & aeroponics to grow plants without granular matter like soil. This will help us go farther in space & could help improve Earth’s food systems! go.nasa.gov/3uYLdvB

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Feb 17

For media who wish to participate, contact our NASA Public Affairs Officer at least two hours prior to the event. More info at the link below.

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NASA Sets Coverage, Opens Virtual Experience for Next Cargo Launch

NASA and commercial cargo provider Northrop Grumman are targeting 12:40 p.m. EST Saturday, Feb. 19, for the launch of the company’s 17th resupply mission to the International Space Station from...

Tune in tomorrow, Feb. 18, at 1 p.m. ET for our virtual pre-launch telecon ahead of the Saturday, Feb. 19, Northrop Grumman cargo resupply mission to the

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. Have a question about the launch? Submit questions using #AskNASA.

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Check out some of the research heading up to the

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Cygnus spacecraft this Saturday! 👇

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New research soon lifts off to the @Space_Station, including a:

Study of skin aging

Test of tumor-targeting drugs

Trial of new hydrogen sensors

Plant root study

New combustion research facility

Study of batteries go.nasa.gov/3KPKvpX

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Feb 16

A new combustion research facility is headed to space!🔥 SoFIE will enable studies of flammability of materials and ignition of fires in realistic atmospheric conditions. Results may improve understanding of how fires start and grow in reduced gravity. go.nasa.gov/3LHgSrh

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Feb 16

🚨LAUNCH ALERT🚨 Soon, there will be even more science on

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, including 3 of our experiments. Check out this link and stay tuned over the next few days to learn about the plant, biofilms, & flame studies heading to space: go.nasa.gov/3JOl5bd

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Feb 15

As we travel farther into space, we’re working to upgrade our oxygen generation systems. And the

@Space_Station

is the perfect testing ground for those technologies! Learn more in the latest Houston We Have a Podcast episode: go.nasa.gov/3uM8hh8

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Feb 15

CORRECTION: Launch date is Saturday, Feb. 19.

For our local followers, check out this story for a map of some of the best locations to view the launch on the Eastern Shore!

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Watch the February Antares Launch to the International Space Station

Grab a hot drink and gather your family and friends. It’s time for another winter launch of Northrop Grumman’s Antares rocket from NASA’s Wallops Flight Facility on the Eastern Shore of Virginia.

There's plenty of ways to join the next Antares cargo launch to the

@Space_Station

on Feb. 18 at 12:40pm ET from Wallops! Join our virtual #NASASocial on Facebook now: fb.me/e/2U43PCghW Don't have Facebook? Check out our Eventbrite: eventbrite.com/e/nasas-northr

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Measuring Cosmic Rays at the Edge of Space

It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s a… SuperTIGER? No, that’s not the latest superhero spinoff movie - it’s an instrument launching soon from Antarctica! It’ll float on a giant balloon above 99.5% of...

We think we know who SuperTIGER wants to win the #SuperBowl! �?� The SuperTIGER mission had its big win back in 2013 when it broke a record for 55 days in flight for a super pressure balloon, which when fully inflated spans the entirety of a football field!

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Feb 12

The next #Cygnus cargo resupply mission to the

@Space_Station

launches aboard our #Antares rocket from

@NASA_Wallops

in one week! Here’s where you can watch.

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Feb 10

🔴 LIVE NOW: From skin aging experiments to growing plants without soil, join experts as they discuss science heading to the

@Space_Station

aboard the

@NorthropGrumman

capsule set to launch on Feb. 19. Listen in at nasa.gov/live

Green onion plants grown using aeroponics are held to display their roots. The XROOTS study tests hydroponic (water-based) and aeroponic (air-based) techniques to grow plants in space.

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Cancer cell studies, skin aging, and much more! 🔬 A teleconference will be held at 1 p.m. ET today about the science and technology heading to the

@Space_Station

on the Cygnus spacecraft next week. Use #AskNASA to ask your questions! Learn more: go.nasa.gov/3oERZTk

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Feb 9

New science experiments are on way to

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in a Cygnus cargo vehicle. We'll be looking at 3D cells to see gene response to cancer drugs and battery tech to make them safer for cars, homes, and cities. You can hear from the scientists this week: go.nasa.gov/3ojRrSQ

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Challenge winners! I am truly impressed by the teams' innovative ideas using

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data to solve some of the most challenging problems on Earth and in space. Meet the winners: go.nasa.gov/3spIvMS

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🚨 We interrupt your scrolling for an important announcement 🚨 Applications for

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Pathways internships are now open and close Feb. 11th! As a Pathways intern, you have a direct pipeline to full-time employment upon graduation! 🎓 Learn how to apply: go.nasa.gov/35LL7gg

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It's almost launch time! 🚀 The

@NorthropGrumman

Antares rocket carrying the Cygnus spacecraft is scheduled to launch Saturday, Feb. 19, at 12:39 p.m. EST, delivering science and supplies to the

@Space_Station

. Here's how to watch: go.nasa.gov/3B2AlOt

Antares rocket on pad, water in foreground and light pink sky in the background.

Visibility map showing how many seconds after launch the antares vehicle will be visible in the sky in the mid-atlantic region.

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Feb 7

Remember that Nor’easter at the end of January? Scientists with

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Feb 6

NASA will host a media call at 1pm ET on Feb. 10, to discuss the science and tech demonstrations bound for the

@Space_Station

aboard

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’s Cygnus spacecraft. The launch is targeted for no earlier than 12:39 pm ET on Feb. 19 from

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NASA Highlights Science on Next Northrop Grumman Space Station Mission

NASA will host a media call at 1 p.m. EST on Thursday, Feb. 10, to discuss the science and technology demonstrations bound for the International Space Station aboard Northrop Grumman’s Cygnus...

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Feb 6

Remembering the greats who came before to truly appreciate the amazing science to come. Katherine Johnson analyzed data and helped pioneer NASA’s use of computers. When it launches, the Roman will gather over 20 petabytes of data! #BlackHistoryMonth #CelestialSunday

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Feb 6

Thank you, next👋 This February, we're saying goodbye to Jupiter and hello to Venus! Once Jupiter departs our skies at the end of the month, the post-sunset sky will be devoid of naked-eye planets — but early birds will be able to see Venus from 4 a.m. to sunrise!

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will host a media call at Feb. 10 at 1 p.m. EST to discuss the science and technology demonstrations launching on this cargo resupply mission. Media can sign up now: nasa.gov/press-release/ The public can submit questions on social media using #AskNASA.

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NASA Highlights Science on Next Northrop Grumman Space Station Mission

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