Science News Roundup: Measles Resurgence, Exomoon Discovery, and Lunar Missions
Measles cases in the U.S. hit a new 34-year high
Measles infections in the United States have climbed to their highest level since 1992, prompting public health experts to highlight the factors behind the resurgence. Read more: Measles cases in the U.S. hit a new 34-year high
Astronomers may have discovered the 1st moon outside of our solar system — or is it something weirder?
Astronomers may have identified the first moon outside our solar system, though the object could also represent something entirely new that defies current planetary classification. Read more: Astronomers may have discovered the 1st moon outside of our solar system — or is it something weirder?
NASA will test SpaceX and Blue Origin Moon landers before the next lunar landing
NASA has announced plans to test both SpaceX and Blue Origin lunar landers before the next scheduled moon landing, marking a significant step in the agency's commercial lunar delivery strategy. Read more: NASA will test SpaceX and Blue Origin Moon landers before the next lunar landing - ScienceDaily
NASA's Juno Peers Beneath Io's Surface
NASA's Juno mission has used its Microwave Radiometer to map subsurface heat on Jupiter's moon Io, revealing thermal activity beneath the volcanic surface that infrared instruments alone cannot detect. Read more: NASA's Juno Peers Beneath Io's Surface
NASA Joins Genesis Mission to Accelerate AI-Driven Discovery
NASA has announced its support for the Genesis Mission, a national initiative created by executive order in November 2025 to leverage artificial intelligence for tackling complex scientific and engineering challenges across various domains. Read more: NASA Joins Genesis Mission to Accelerate AI-Driven Discovery
Robotic Servicing Mission Launches with NASA Support
A Mission Robotic Vehicle carrying NASA's Robotic Servicing of Geosynchronous Satellites (RSGS) payload launched aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket on July 21, heading to geosynchronous Earth orbit to demonstrate advanced in-space robotics for spacecraft servicing. Read more: Robotic Servicing Mission Launches with NASA Support