#OTD in 1983, Guion S. Bluford launched into space for the STS-8 mission, becoming the first African American to go to space. His achievement inspires us to empower and equip the next generation of spaceflight professionals. 👨🚀🚀 #NASA
#OTD in 1965, Gemini V astronauts L. Gordon Cooper Jr. (right) and Charles "Pete" Conrad Jr., walked across the deck of the recovery ship after a record-breaking 8 days in space!
Learn about their trailblazing adventures in the tiny Gemini spacecraft: go.nasa.gov/45OKZq5
ALT Gemini V astronauts Gordo Cooper (right) and Pete Conrad (left), along with several other men, walk across the deck of the aircraft carrier USS Lake Champlain following recovery of their Gemini spacecraft from the ocean. Date taken August 29, 1965. Credit: NASA
Students aged 13-18 are invited to participate in the Conrad Challenge, becoming entrepreneurs by applying science, technology and innovation to solve problems with global impact. Learn more and register by Nov. 3 at conradchallenge.org/.
Excited to enter the new #ConradChallenge season with our partner @SpaceCenterHou! Registration for the 2023–2024 competition is now underway. Share the opportunity with the young innovators and entrepreneurs in your circle so they don't miss out: bit.ly/3NXExpl
The 2023-24 #ConradChallenge is officially “go” for launch! With support from @SpaceCenterHou, this competition season will be like never before. Students ages 13-18 can now register to design a solution for global impact. Design tomorrow, today: bit.ly/3E23mfb
Always inspired to see our teams unleash their potential by building businesses! Team @ASKSolarPanel was our 2023 Pete Conrad Scholar in the Energy & Environment category at #ConradSummit2023. Check out their innovative #solarbattery: bit.ly/3rztVp2 🔋☀️
Our partner, @risefortheworld, provides opportunities for young people who work to serve others. Stay tuned so you don't miss your chance to submit an application. Learn more: bit.ly/44PgqQK
"After competing in the Conrad Challenge in 2020, I've learned so much about the business and start-up world... but it didn't end there. My learning has continued as an intern for the Challenge," said Rishita Shah.
"With leadership and the ALC as my advisors, I've experienced more of what it takes to ensure a successful competition each year and gotten the opportunity to enhance the experience for future participants!"
#NationalInternDay#GetYourGeniusOn#InternAppreciation
Calling innovators aged 15–17! Looking for resources to help change the world? Check out our partner @risefortheworld, a program that supports innovative students looking to make a real impact. bit.ly/44PgqQK
"One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind!"
Today, we celebrate humanity's first steps on the Moon that paved the way for astronauts and innovators for decades to come. As we enter the #Artemis era, we look forward to equipping a new generation to break barriers.🚀👨🚀
Today marks one year since @NASAWebb revealed never-before-seen details of the early cosmos through stunning images of the universe and revolutionary scientific data! 🌌☄️🪐Innovations like #JWST have the potential to unlock a wealth of knowledge for the benefit of humanity.
Twenty-four years ago, the world lost a very special person, Pete Conrad. Pete paved the way for today's strides in space, science and technology. We honor his legacy by inspiring the next generation of innovators and entrepreneurs. #Apollo12#PeteConrad#ConradChallenge
Of course Saturn brought its ring light 🪐
Webb took its first near-infrared look at Saturn on June 25. The planet appears dark at this wavelength, as methane gas in its atmosphere absorbs sunlight — but its icy rings stay bright! Learn more: go.nasa.gov/3XtQ5Fr
ALT The background is mostly dark. At the center is a dark orange-brown circle, surrounded by several blazing bright, thick, horizontal whiteish rings. This is Saturn and its rings. There are three tiny dots in the image—one to the upper left of the planet, one to the direct left of the planet, and the lower left of the planet. These are three of Saturn’s moons: Dione, Enceladus, and Tethys, respectively. There is a slightly darker tint at the northern and southern poles of the planet. The rings surrounding Saturn are mostly broad, with a few singular narrow gaps between the broader rings. There is an innermost, thicker ring, and next to that is a brighter, wider ring. Traveling farther outward, there is a small dark gap before another thicker ring. In the thicker ring, there is a narrow faint band. There is then an outermost, faintest, thinnest ring.
Happy International Women in Engineering Day! Today, we celebrate by recognizing our innovative 2023 Pete Conrad Scholars in the Aerospace & Aviation and Cyber-Technology & Security categories. Thank you for inspiring us with your innovative spirit and passion! #INWED23
2023 Pete Conrad Scholar team SIREN makes headlines for their remarkable cyber-technology & security innovation on @KTVU! SIREN’s product enables communities to respond quickly to school emergencies using a network of sensors that alerts authorities. bit.ly/3J9svYu
Happy #WorldEnvironmentDay! Today, we celebrate young entrepreneurs who are taking action by building innovations and investing in our planet to change the world by creating a sustainable future. 🌲🌴♻️⚡️ #DesignTheFuture