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Common goal unites space advocates

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The January 2004 announcement of President George Bush regarding the space exploration program has got many of America's top scientists on a common platform mainly because of technological as well as economic benefits that may come their way. Public support has also been overwhelming and the Space Exploration Alliance comprising of eleven non-profit organizations hopes to be an effective voice encouraging the vision.

Author: Banke, Jim
Publisher: National Space Society
Publication Name: Ad Astra
Subject: Astronomy
ISSN: 1041-102X
Year: 2004
Government domestic functions, Bush, George W., Technological innovations, President of the United States, Space policy

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Heady days for space

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Space exploration programs have received a shot in the arm with the slew of announcements coming from various quarters and experts feel that this probably may be the golden era for space research. Members of the National Space Society are being urged to share their passion about space research as more memberships are solicited.

Author: Whitesides, George T.
Publisher: National Space Society
Publication Name: Ad Astra
Subject: Astronomy
ISSN: 1041-102X
Year: 2004
National Space Society

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A woman takes command

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Analysis is provided on the first NASA shuttle mission commanded by a woman. The flawless flight with Eileen Collins at the helm went smoothly with only a minor glitch at the beginning of take-off. The mission of Columbia and the Collins' handling of the flight are noted.

Author: Banke, Jim
Publisher: National Space Society
Publication Name: Ad Astra
Subject: Astronomy
ISSN: 1041-102X
Year: 1999
Analysis, Officials and employees, Behavior, Space flight, United States. National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Collins, Eileen

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Subjects list: Research, United States, Outer space, Space exploration
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