Science On the International Space Station: New NASA Report Shows The Record So Far
NASA has published a report compiling the results of scientific experiments conducted on the International Space Station (ISS) during the past 8 years. Although the program has focused on assembling the ISS during this time rather than utilizing it, more than 100 scientific experiments and technology demonstrations have been conducted.
The report, International Space Station Science Research Accomplishments During the Assembly Years: An Analysis Of Results from 2000-2008, is being released as Washington policy makers debate the future of the ISS. Under current budget guidance, U.S. participation in the ISS program will end in 2015. The recently released summary of the Augustine committee report on the future of the human space flight program argues that it should be extended until 2020 to enhance the country’s return on its investment in building the facility.
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