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Israeli communications satellite Dror 1 launched into space

Dror 1 is designed to meet the satellite communications needs of the State of Israel for approximately 15 years; It is based largely on blue-white technology and was launched aboard a Space Falccon 9 rocket

ynet | 07.13.25

A new frontier in exoplanet research, owing to the ability to observe relatively cold planets. Planet 14 Herculis c as captured by the James Webb Space Telescope

Why this unusual planetary system is challenging what we know about solar systems

Rare documentation of a planet in an unusual planetary system, a delay in a private mission and a successful launch by Rocket Lab; this week in space

Ettay Nevo/Davidson Institute of Science | 06.21.25

דלתות תא המטען נתקעו. לווייני הדמה, בצורה ובגודל של לווייני סטארלינק מהדור החדש, בתא המטען של ה"שיפ"

Progress and setback in starship’s ninth test flight

After two failed test flights, the spacecraft finally reached space — but entered an uncontrolled spin mid-flight and exploded during reentry into the atmosphere

Ettay Nevo/Davidson Institute of Science | 05.30.25

Trump, tech giants secure billion-dollar AI deals in Gulf visit

Top US tech leaders, including Nvidia’s Jensen Huang and OpenAI’s Sam Altman, joined Trump in the Gulf to negotiate AI partnerships; deals include Saudi Arabia’s Humain AI project and investments exceeding $600 billion across advanced technologies

Israel Wullman | 05.15.25

מנסה להבין איך נוצרים חורים שחורים על-מסיביים ואיך הסביבה שלהם נראית. איתי ליניאל

Israeli astrophysicist cracks black hole secrets with elite NASA fellowship: This week in space

A major fellowship to a researcher studying high-energy astrophysical phenomena, an Israeli experiment launching aboard a private space mission, a farewell to a groundbreaking space telescope and a closer look at what happens to bones in space

Ettay Nevo/Davidson Institute of Science | 04.11.25

Training complete, ready to fly over the poles | From right to left: Mikkelsen, Wang, Philips, and Rogge prepare for the private space mission

SpaceX launches first crewed polar orbit mission: This week in space

Private astronauts are once again pushing the boundaries of exploration, satellites are helping detect wildfires, and scientists have uncovered intriguing organic molecules on Mars

Ettay Nevo/Davidson Institute of Science | 04.07.25

The first spacewalk by private astronauts, breaking historical boundaries. Illustration of an astronaut floating outside the Dragon spacecraft

Investigations and politics: This week is space

The FAA is investigating recent SpaceX and Blue Origin accidents, UNASA is facing leadership changes under the new US administration, China has demonstrated oxygen production in space and discussions on preserving the Moon’s heritage

Ettay Nevo/Davidson Institute of Science | 02.05.25

Musk and NASA clash over Mars: This week in space

Giant rocket launches, the debate over lunar missions, the decision on Mars sample collection, an intriguing Chinese mission and a centaur on the edge of the solar system

Ettay Nevo/Davidson Institute of Science | 01.25.25

Successful landing and space explosion - Starship's 7th test flight

During the seventh test flight of Starship, the launch rocket successfully landed on the launch tower; However, the spacecraft itself exploded shortly afterward

Ettay Nevo/Davidson Institute of Science | 01.24.25

Elon Musk becomes richest man in history, report says

Tech entrepreneur snags new title with a valued net worth standing at over $300 billion; fortune expected to rise following Trump's election victory

News agencies | 11.24.24

Success amid partial disappointment in 6th Starship test

During Starship’s sixth test flight, SpaceX opted not to attempt catching the booster by the launch tower; However, the spacecraft demonstrated strong performance, including successful engine reignition in space

Ettay Nevo, Davidson Institute | 11.22.24

Get ready for Starship’s comeback: this week in space

The new lunar vehicle is unveiled, India’s space program faces delays, new Iranian satellites launched and a veteran space telescope is bidding farewell

Ettay Nevo/Davidson Institute of Science | 11.16.24

הכרה בינלאומית משמחת ומרגשת. פרופ' אלון גני בכנס

Awards and achievements for Israel: This week in space

A prestigious award for an Israeli rocket propulsion researcher, coatings from an Israeli company gain recognition en route to Jupiter, SpaceX’s latest achievements and the new lunar suits

Ettay Nevo/Davidson Institute of Science | 10.23.24

SpaceX spacecraft booster lands back on Earth in historic test run

Company successfully catches the spacecraft's booster rocket in launch tower clamps as it returns to earth, allowing for its reuse in other tests and eventual space launch; NASA to use rocket in 2026 mission to the moon

Ynet | 10.13.24

Oleg Kononenko exits the Soyuz spacecraft after landing in Kazakhstan

Russian cosmonaut breaks record for longest stay in space

Oleg Kononenko accumulates a total of 1,111 days in orbit; Trump in a campaign promise says if elected, the U.S. will land on Mars by 2028 while ally Elon Musk's SpaceX battles FAA regulations

Davidson Institute of Science, Ettay Nevo | 10.11.24