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NASASpaceflight.com @nasaspaceflight.com · 02/04/2026

LAUNCH! SpaceX Falcon 9 B1085-15 launches Starlink 10-58 from SLC-40.

Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

🌕 The Cold Moon makes its appearance tonight! ❄️ As the full Moon that welcomes winter’s arrival, it will glow brightly in December’s chill. Be sure to catch this supermoon lighting up the night sky! ✨ #LunarVISE #Space #FullMoon #ColdMoon #DecemberFullMoon #WinterMoon

A graphic shows a full Moon against a night sky with snowflakes, two snowmen in the bottom right corner, and the title “The Cold Moon” centered on the image.

Slide titled “Why Is It Called the Cold Moon,” with blue snowflakes in the background and text explaining that December’s full Moon is called the Cold Moon because it marks the start of winter and some of the coldest temperatures of the year.

Slide titled “When Can You View the Cold Moon,” with a blue starry night sky background and text explaining that the Cold Moon will be visible on December 4th as a brighter, larger supermoon, best seen around midnight, and that a supermoon happens when the Moon is closest to Earth.

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 24/11/2025

Meet Dr. Margaret Landis! 👋 A Lunar-VISE Co-Investigator, she’s helping find the safest spots to land and drive our rover. 🌕 With her expertise in thermal and nuclear remote sensing, she’s uncovering what the Gamma Dome is made of. 🚀 #LunarVISE #Space #Moon #TeamSpotlight

A graphic titled “Member Spotlight: Co-Investigator” features a photo of Dr. Margaret Landis with her name displayed below.

Two text bubbles “What is your role within Lunar-VISE?” and Dr. Margaret Landis describing her work finding safe rover sites and using remote sensing to study the Gamma Dome.

Two text bubbles “What is your educational background?” and Dr. Margaret Landis describing her degrees in planetary sciences and physics from Arizona universities and her recent move to Arizona State University.

Two text bubbles “What are some previous projects you have worked on and other projects you are currently working on?” and Dr. Margaret Landis discussing her work on HiRISE, Diviner, and the Dawn at Ceres mission.

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

The Moon has guided farming for centuries, though scientists still debate its effects on crop growth 🌱🌾. From traditional practices to modern research, the Moon’s cycles continue to influence agriculture and inspire new discoveries. #HarvestAfterglow #LunarVISE #SpaceToSoil

A fall mountain background with trees, a cottage and forest, and the title “Harvest Afterglow The Moon & Crop Science” in bold white text.

A farmer working in a field under a bright full Moon, accompanied by the slide title “Farmers by Moonlight” with a brief blurb explaining how farmers historically used moonlight to guide harvesting.

A starry background with a graphic of photoperiodism accompanied by the slide title "Moonlight & Plants" with a brief blurb explaining the Moons role in shaping plant growth.

An aerial view of a field accompanied by the slide title “Satellites See the Glow” with a brief blurb explaining how satellites capture crop health.

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 07/11/2025

🚀 A giant leap for Blue Origin and a big step toward Mars. New Glenn NG-2 is ready to launch NASA’s ESCAPADE mission. 🔭 #RocketLaunch #NewGlenn #BlueOrigin #MarsMission #ESCAPADE #MarsAtmosphere #SpaceExploration #NASAMission #CapeCanaveral #LaunchDay

Title slide with the words "Blue Origin New Glenn NG-2" on the left side of the slide. The background is a photo of the New Glenn rocket on a launch pad.

An explanation of the what, who, when, and why of the launch.

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 07/11/2025

We're live now! 💻 Visit our website to explore the science and team behind the Lunar-VISE payload, our journey to investigate the Moon’s silicic volcanism and its geologic past. 🌕 Link: sciences.ucf.edu/lunarvise/ #LunarVISE #Moon #LunarScience #LunarExploration #MoonResearch

An image announcing the launch of the Lunar-VISE website.

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 05/11/2025

🌕 The November Beaver Moon rises tonight! As the final leaves fall and frost begins to form (well, maybe not here in Florida), tonight’s full Moon marks the shift toward winter. Step outside, look up, and take in its bright autumn glow! 🍂 #LunarVISE #Space #SpaceLab #UCF #Moon

“The Beaver Moon” graphic with a full Moon and a beaver silhouette in the lower left corner.

Graphic explaining that November’s Beaver Moon is named for the time when beavers build their dams and lodges before winter.

Graphic showing that the Beaver Moon will appear on November 5th, best viewed around midnight under a bright night sky.

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 28/10/2025

🌑 Ever wonder why the Moon sometimes disappears? That’s the New Moon, the start of a fresh lunar cycle when the Moon moves between the Earth and the Sun, hiding its light from our view. You won’t see it in the sky, but it’s a powerful moment astronomically and energetically.🌌

A starry background with stars, trees, and people with the title “What happens during a New Moon?” in bold white text.

"What actually happens in the sky?" A graphic of the Sun, Moon, and Earth orientation during New Moon. Followed by text explaining position of the Sun, Earth, and Moon during the new Moon phase.

A solid black background with the title "Why New Moons Matter". Followed by a graphic of spring tides and how they form and text explaining why New Moons are so important.

A solid black background with a Calendar marked with a circle on the 20th of November and the title that reads "When is the next New Moon?" Followed by text explaining when the next New Moon is and how people can see it!

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 21/10/2025

Introducing Dr. Jessica Sunshine! 👋 As Lunar-VISE’s Co-Investigator and LV-VIC Instrument Scientist, she’s making sure our multispectral camera gets all the data we need. 🌕 🚀 #LunarVISE #Space #SpaceLab #UCF #Moon #Gruithuisen #GruithuisenDomes

Graphic titled “Member Spotlight:

Co-Investigator and LV-VIC Instrument Scientist” with a photo of Dr. Jessica Sunshine. Below is the text "Dr. Jessica Sunshine."

A yellow speech bubble asks, “What is your role within Lunar-VISE?” A second yellow speech bubble answers: “I am a Co-Investigator as well as an LV-VIC Instrument Scientist. As a CO-I, I am part of the LV science team and as the VIC Instrument Scientist I work to make sure we get the data we need from the multispectral camera. That started with the proposal and design of the instrument and has included the testing and calibration in the laboratory and we are now working on the plan for taking data when we get to the Moon.”

A yellow speech bubble asks, “What is your educational background?” The reply in another yellow bubble reads: “I have a PhD and ScM in Geology Sciences, and a ScB in Applied Mathematics all from Brown University.”

A yellow speech bubble asks, “What are some previous projects you have worked on and other projects you are currently working on?” A second yellow speech bubble responds: “I am currently also part of the Lucy mission to explore the Trojan asteroids. My past roles include Deputy PI for the Deep Impact eXtended Investigation to comet Hartley 2, Co-Investigator for the Deep Impact and Stardust NExTmissions, including a planetary scale impact experiment, to comet Tempel 1, and Participating Scientist for the Dawn Mission to asteroid Vesta. In addition, I was Co-I for the Moon Mineralogy Mapper instrument and the DART asteroid impact mission. I was also the Principal Investigator for the Comet Hopper mission, a finalist in the 2012 Discovery mission selection.”

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 10/10/2025

💥🌙 Did you know the Moon is covered in craters because it has no air, water, or weather to erase them? Unlike Earth where wind, water, and even plants smooth things over the Moon keeps its cosmic scars forever. #SpaceScience #MoonFacts #STEM #Craters #Lunar-VISE

A starry background with astronauts, the American flag, and the title “How Do Craters Form on the Moon?” in bold white text.

A close-up of the Moon’s surface covered in craters with the title "What are Lunar Craters?" explaining how they form from asteroid and comet impacts.

An image of a meteoroid striking the Moon, sending dust and debris outward with text describing the impact process and how craters form.

A NASA image of Tycho Crater displays its bright rays stretching across the lunar surface. The text highlights that Tycho spans 85 kilometers and is easily visible from Earth, marking one of the Moon’s most striking features.

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

The 2025 World Space Week Expo is happening at Kennedy Space Center! 🚀 📍 October 10 · Space Shuttle Atlantis® 🎟️ Included with admission 🌌 Explore exhibits, meet industry leaders, and celebrate science and technology in space.

Photo of the Space Shuttle Atlantis displayed at Kennedy Space Center. Titled "Kennedy Space Center's World Space Week Expo."

An overview of the event: "World Space Week is an international celebration of science and technology, recognized annually in over 90 countries. The Expo at Kennedy Space Center is part of this global effort to highlight how advancements in space science and exploration improve life on Earth and inspire the next generation of innovators. Visitors will experience interactive exhibits, hands-on learning stations hosted by the Kennedy Space Center Education team, and displays from leading aerospace organizations, including Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Airbus, Redwire, and United Launch Alliance. A special highlight of this year’s program is the Lunar Outpost Eagle Lunar Terrain Vehicle, which will be showcased from October 2–10 inside Gateway: The Deep Space Launch Complex."

More details about the event: "The World Space Week Expo will take place on Friday, October 10, 2025, on the bottom floor of the Space Shuttle Atlantis® exhibit at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. Admission to the Expo is included with a regular ticket, which can be purchased in advance through the official Kennedy Space Center website. The event is designed for guests of all ages, providing opportunities to learn about current and future space technology, connect with experts, and gain a deeper understanding of how space exploration shapes our world today and tomorrow."

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 03/10/2025

🌕 The Harvest Moon arrives on October 6th! 🍂 As the full Moon closest to the fall equinox, it shines bright to mark the peak of autumn’s harvest season. Don’t miss this supermoon lighting up the night sky! ✨ #LunarVISE #Space #SpaceLab #UCF #Moon #FullMoon #HarvestMoon

Full Moon graphic with fall leaves bordering the top and bottom of the page. The title "The Harvest Moon" is centered on the page.

Titled "Why is it called the Harvest Moon?" with the answer "The October full Moon is called the Harvest Moon because it is a peak time for fall harvesting before winter. The full Moon closest to the fall equinox gets the Harvest Moon name. This year the October full Moon is closest!"

Titled "When can you view the Harvest Moon?" with the answer "The Harvest Moon will illuminate the night sky on October 6th. This full Moon is a supermoon and will be visible throughout the evening, with optimal viewing conditions anticipated around midnight. A supermoon is a full Moon that looks bigger and brighter in the night sky. This happens when the Moon is at its closest point to Earth in its orbit."

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 15/09/2025

Meet Dr. Prateek Tripathi! 👋 He uses FTIR and ASD spectrometers to study lunar materials and build spectral libraries. By pairing these with remote sensing data, he’s helping shape the science behind Lunar-VISE. 🌙 #LunarVISE #Space #SpaceLab #UCF #Moon #Gruithuisen

A neon green speech bubble asks, “What is your role within Lunar-VISE?” A second neon green speech bubble answers: “I am one of the Lunar-VISE postdoctoral scholars. My role on the team includes working with FTIR and ASD spectrometers to build spectral libraries of materials and process lunar remote sensing datasets relevant to the Lunar-VISE mission.”

A neon green speech bubble asks, “What is your educational background?” The reply in another neon green bubble reads: “I have a bachelor’s degree in Electronics and Communication from ITM Universe, Gwalior, and a master’s in Remote Sensing and GIS from the Indian Institute of Remote Sensing a unit of Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO). I completed my PhD in Geomatics Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, India.”

A neon green speech bubble asks, “What are some previous projects you have worked on and other projects you are currently working on?” A second neon green speech bubble responds: “During my Ph.D. at IIT Roorkee, I integrated near-infrared, thermal, and Raman spectroscopy with hyperspectral imaging for mineral characterization in support of lunar exploration. I analyzed DESIS and PRISMA datasets for planetary surface analogs and gained lunar research experience as a visiting researcher at DLR Berlin and exploration intern at the Lunar and Planetary Institute, contributing to Artemis traverse planning. Fieldwork at India’s Dhala and Ramgarh impact craters, including sampling and UAV surveys, provided valuable analog insights for Lunar-VISE.”

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 05/09/2025

🌕 The Corn Moon will rise this Saturday, September 7! 🌽 Its name comes from the traditional harvest season, when corn was gathered at summer’s end. Don’t miss the chance to step outside and catch its glow! ✨ #LunarVISE #Space #SpaceLab #UCF #Moon #FullMoon #CornMoon

Full Moon graphic with corn stalks coming up from the bottom of the page and titled "The Corn Moon."

Titled ‘Why is it called the Corn Moon?’ with an image of many corn cobs in the background. The text explains that September’s full Moon got the nickname Corn Moon because it aligns with the busy corn harvest.

Titled ‘When can you view the Corn Moon?’ with a background of the night sky. The text explains that the Corn Moon will shine on September 7th, visible throughout the evening, with the best viewing time around midnight.

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 29/08/2025

✨ We see the Moon every night, but do you know what the Moon is made of? It’s not just rock and dust, and each layer helps us understand the Moon’s history. Swipe to learn more about what the Moon is really made of! 🌔 #LunarVISE #Space #SpaceLab #UCF #Moon #MoonLayers #MoonCrust #MoonMantle

A full Moon graphic with a see-through view of the layers in the top right quadrant of the Moon. Titled "What is the Moon made of?"

Titled "Crust" with the text "The crust is the Moon’s outermost layer and is a rocky shell that is primarily made of two rock types – anorthosites and basalts. This is the part of the Moon we can see from Earth. The Moon’s relatively bright regions are called the lunar highlands and are made of anorthosite, which is primarily composed of plagioclase, a relatively iron free silicate mineral. The Moon’s dark regions are called the lunar maria and these volcanic plains are composed of basalts, which are a mixture of silicate minerals including plagioclase, pyroxene, and olivine. The crust helps us learn about the history of the Moon and other rocky planets!"

Titled "Mantle" with the text "The mantle is the layer just beneath the crust and is the thickest layer of the Moon. The lunar mantle is thought to be composed of iron-bearing silicate minerals olivine and pyroxene, although its exact composition is a mystery! Although mostly solid, the mantle can slowly flow like a thick liquid over geologic timescales (millions and billions of years). This slow movement is known as convection and can lead to moonquakes and volcanism at the lunar surface. Since we do not observe any current volcanic activity on the Moon, the lunar mantle has probably cooled and solidified except for the zone closest to the lunar core."

Titled "Core" with the text "The Moon’s core consists of two parts: a solid, mostly iron inner core within a molten outer core. Though primarily made of iron, the core contains some nickel and sulfur as well. The Moon’s core extends about 20 percent of the way from the Moon’s center to its surface―a smaller proportion than in other rocky planets, whose cores can reach up to 50% of their diameters. The relatively small size of the lunar core may be because the Moon’s violent formation left little iron to collect in its center."

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 27/08/2025

Meet Dr. Ben Byron! 👋 As a postdoctoral researcher with Lunar-VISE, Ben analyzes data from both lunar orbital instruments and past rover missions to get us ready for work on the lunar surface. He also develops data processing pipelines to make sure the team’s science runs smoothly.

An orange speech bubble asks, “What is your role within Lunar-VISE?” A second orange speech bubble answers: “I’m a postdoctoral researcher with Lunar-VISE. My role on the team is to analyze orbital data of our planned landing site as well as previous rover datasets at other lunar locations to help prepare for our eventual operations on the lunar surface. I also help with the data processing pipelines for Lunar-VISE.”

An orange speech bubble asks, “What is your educational background?” The reply in another orange bubble reads: “ I earned a B.S. in Physics from the University of Texas at Dallas and a Ph.D. in Physics from the University of Texas at San Antonio. Before joining UCF, I was a postdoctoral researcher at the NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory.”

An orange speech bubble asks, “What are some previous projects you have worked on and other projects you are currently working on?” A second orange speech bubble responds: “I am a member of the Lyman Alpha Mapping Project (LAMP) and Diviner Lunar Radiometer instrument teams onboard the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter, which is currently orbiting the Moon. I use data from these instruments to investigate the physical properties of the lunar surface to better understand the formation and evolution of the lunar regolith. I am also a Participating Scientist on the Lucy mission, which is currently in transit to Jupiter and will investigate several of Jupiter’s Trojan asteroids.”

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 01/08/2025

Why doesn’t the Moon have a magnetic field like Earth? 🌑 The answer lies deep in its core and it matters for future missions. Swipe to learn how this impacts lunar exploration and our overall mission! #LunarMagnetism #PlanetaryDynamo #MoonCore #LunarGeophysics #SpaceScience #MoonFacts

Illustration of the Moon with no visible magnetic field lines, paired with large text asking, “Why does the Moon NOT have a magnetic field?” With magnets in the background.

Diagram of Earth’s interior with swirling arrows showing molten core movement, explaining how magnetic fields form through the dynamo effect—something the Moon lacks.

Cross-section graphic of the Moon showing a small, mostly solid core with text explaining why the Moon can’t generate a magnetic field.

Image of Apollo lunar rock samples with caption noting past magnetism, showing the Moon once had a strong magnetic field created by a temporary molten core dynamo.

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 29/07/2025

Double the meteors, double the magic 🌠✨ The Southern Delta Aquariids and the Alpha Capricornids peak July 29–30! Don’t miss this summer sky show! #MeteorShower #Meteor #Space #SpaceEvents #SouthernDeltaAquariids #AlphaCapricornids #Stargazing #NightSky

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 21/07/2025

Headed to NESF?✨Come say hi! Several members of our team will be presenting and showcasing some exciting work! #NESF2025 #LunarVISE

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 18/07/2025

Meet Dr. Brett Denevi! 👋 Brett is a Co-Investigator on Lunar-VISE, working to better understand the regolith properties of the Gruithuisen domes! 🌙 #LunarVISE #UCF #Gruithuisen #GruithuisenDomes #TeamSpotlight #LunarExploration

Graphic titled “Member Spotlight: Co-Investigator” with a photo of Dr. Brett Denevi in a black shirt and jacket. Below the image is the text “Dr. Brett Denevi.”

A neon turquoise speech bubble asks, “What is your role within Lunar-VISE?” A second neon turquoise speech bubble answers: “I am a Co-Investigator on Lunar-VISE and I will help work on understanding the regolith properties of the Gruithuisen domes and will contribute to the calibration of the cameras.”

A neon turquoise speech bubble asks, “What is your educational background?” The reply in another neon turquoise bubble reads: “I have a B.A. from Northwestern University and a Ph.D. from the University of Hawaii.”

A neon turquoise speech bubble asks, “What are some previous projects you have worked on and other projects you are currently working on?” A second neon turquoise speech bubble responds: “I am the Principal Investigator of the Artemis III Geology Team, I work on another CLPS mission called Lunar Vertex, and I work on cameras for two orbital missions – the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter Camera on LRO and ShadowCam on the Korean Pathfinder Lunar Orbiter.”

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 07/07/2025

July’s full Moon is called the Buck Moon. 🦌 It appears in July, around the time deer are growing their antlers. A perfect reason to step outside and look up! 🌕 #LunarVISE #Space #SpaceLab #UCF #Moon #FullMoon #BuckMoon #JulyFullMoon #SummerMoon #Summer

Full Moon graphic with the title "The Buck Moon." There is a male deer and trees all black to match the background.

Titled "Why is it called the Buck Moon?" with an answer of "The June full Moon gets its name from the fact that male deer, known as bucks, have their antlers nearly fully developed by this time of year."

Titled "When can you view the Buck Moon?" with an answer of "The Buck Moon will illuminate the night sky on July 10th! You'll have the chance to witness its beauty all night long, with the most stunning view occurring around midnight."

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 27/06/2025

From 238,855 miles away, Moon missions send back videos, photos, and science all through invisible beams of data. 🌕📡 Here’s how communication satellites, relay systems, and radio waves make it happen. #SpaceTech #LunarScience #HowItWorks #SatelliteCommunication #MoonMission #STEMeducation

A close-up image of the Moon, partially lit on the left side with the right side in shadow against a black background. The text of the title reads: “How Do We Communicate from the Moon?”

Arrow diagram of the Earth and Moon against a black background with a labeled distance of 384,400 km (238,855 miles). The title at the top reads: "The Moon Is Really Far Away...". The text at the bottom reads: "The Moon isn’t just a quick hop away! It’s about 238,855 miles (384,400 kilometers) from Earth. That’s almost 10 times around the Earth’s equator! Because it’s so far, sending messages between the Moon and Earth takes time and energy. These signals can weaken over that long trip and can be affected by space weather."

Illustration of a spacecraft orbiting the Moon against a black background. The title reads: "What Is a Spacecraft?" The text at the bottom reads: "A spacecraft is a vehicle that travels to space to explore the Moon and other places in space! Some orbit the Moon, like the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter above, to gather data from above the surface, while others land to study the surface directly. Spacecraft instruments collect information and then send it back to Earth for scientists to explore space without leaving home."

Graphic of a relay satellite against a black background. The title reads: "What is a Relay Satellite?" The text at the bottom reads: "Relay satellites orbit the Moon to help transmit messages when direct signals from the surface can’t reach Earth especially on the far side. China’s Queqiao 2 currently supports its own lunar missions this way. Satellites like these help maintain communication during lunar exploration, ensuring mission control stays connected even in the most remote regions of the Moon."

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 20/06/2025

Say hello to Zach Vig! 👋 Zach is one of the graduate students on Lunar-VISE. He focuses on calibrating the LV-VIC camera so we can capture high-quality images of the Moon’s surface. #LunarVISE #Space #SpaceLab #UCF #Moon #Gruithuisen #MoonExploration #TeamSpotlight

Graphic titled “Member Spotlight: Graduate Student” with a photo of Zach Vig wearing a baseball cap and glasses. Below the image is the text “Zach Vig.”

A red speech bubble asks, “What is your role within Lunar-VISE?” A second red speech bubble answers: “I am one of the Lunar-VISE graduate students. My main role on the team is helping out with the radiometric calibration of the Lunar-VISE VNIR Imaging Camera (LV-VIC).”

A red speech bubble asks, “What is your educational background?” The reply in another red bubble reads: “I have a bachelor's degree in Geology and Physics from the University of Iowa. Additionally, I am currently pursuing my Ph.D. at the University of Maryland.”

A red speech bubble asks, “What are some previous projects you have worked on and other projects you are currently working on?” A second red speech bubble responds: “My current Ph.D. dissertation project investigates the mineralogy of the Gruithuisen Domes from orbit using the Moon Mineralogy Mapper (M3). I think this study will be particularly applicable to interpreting the data we get back from Lunar-VISE since it might give us clues about what to look out for. Additionally, I conducted fieldwork at Medicine Lake Volcano, California, using a tripod-mounted hyperspectral thermal infrared imager to study rhyolite domes, focusing on understanding what geometric effects one has to account for when doing rover-based, in-situ, spectral imaging.”

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 13/06/2025

Connecting the unconnected! 🌐 Kuiper 2 takes flight, bringing global broadband one step closer! 🚀 #Kuiper #Launch #ProjectKuiper #AtlasV #Amazon #Kuiper2 #ULA #RocketLaunch

Graphic image for ULA’s Kuiper 2 launch, featuring an Atlas V rocket overlaid on an Earth graphic with a digital grid pattern of binary code. The main text elements are “Atlas V” and “Kuiper 2” with subtext including “Amazon” and “Project Kuiper.”

A graphic with four text sections. “What” includes: “United Launch Alliance (ULA) is getting ready to launch more of Amazon’s Project Kuiper satellites into space using its Atlas V rocket.” “Who” includes: “Amazon is moving forward with its satellite network, working with ULA to launch most of its fleet using 8 Atlas V and 38 Vulcan rockets as part of the largest commercial launch deal in history.” “When” includes: “Liftoff is set for 1:25 p.m. EDT on Monday, June 16th, from Space Launch Complex-41 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida.” “Why” includes: “Atlas V will launch the Kuiper satellites into low Earth orbit, where they’ll join Amazon’s growing internet constellation. These satellites will provide wireless, high-speed internet to users within range. This launch will double the current fleet to 54 satellites, marking a key step toward delivering global connectivity.”

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

🚀 The Ax-4 mission crew is getting ready to launch to the ISS aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 from Kennedy Space Center! 🌍✨ #Ax4 #SpaceX #ISS #AxiomSpace

Group photo of the Axiom Mission 4 crew. From left to right: Mission Pilot Shubhanshu Shukla, Mission Commander Peggy Whitson, Mission Specialist Sławosz Uznański-Wiśniewski, and Mission Specialist Tibor Kapu. The graphic is titled "Axiom Mission 4 Launch" with the subtitle "Launching June 2025!"

A graphic with three sections. "Mission Overview" includes an explanation of "The Ax-4 mission will “realize the return” to human spaceflight for India, Poland, and Hungary, with each nation’s first government-sponsored flight in more than 40 years." "Launch Information" provides the details "June 11, 2025 at 8:00 Am EDT." "Science Explained" gives an overview of "The Ax-4 mission will involve 60 scientific studies and activities from 31 countries, marking the most research activities on an Axiom Space mission to date. These studies will focus on human research, Earth observation, and life, biological, and material sciences."

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

The Strawberry Moon is here to welcome summer! With wild berries ripening, this glowing full Moon marks the season’s sweet beginning. 🍓 Take a moment to step outside and look up! 🌕 #LunarVISE #Space #SpaceLab #UCF #Moon #FullMoon #StrawberryMoon #JuneFullMoon #SummerMoon

Full Moon graphic titled "The Strawberry Moon" with the word "Strawberry" given a strawberry texture. There is a full Moon over a red space background.

Titled "Why is it called the Strawberry Moon?" with an explanation of "The June full Moon is called the “Strawberry Moon” because of the wild strawberry, which ripens in June. Found across the U.S., Canada, and Alaska, it is one of the first berries to ripen and represents an important spring harvest."

Titled "When can you view the full Moon?" with an explanation of "The Strawberry Moon will light up the sky on June 11th! You’ll be able to see it throughout the night, with the best view around midnight."

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 04/06/2025

Meet Dr. Kristen Bennett! 🌕 She helps choose where we land on the Moon and how the rover explores. Kristen will also study the surface to learn more about ancient lunar volcanoes! 🌋 #LunarVISE #Space #UCF #Moon #MoonExploration

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 03/06/2025

As we enter June, here’s a look at what the Moon will look like throughout the month! 🌙 #LunarVISE #Space #SpaceLab #UCF #Moon

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

🚀 The 2025 U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame Induction begins today, May 29. This annual event recognizes astronauts who’ve made outstanding contributions to space exploration. #AstronautHallOfFame #AstronautHallOfFame2025 #Astronauts #HallOfFame #KennedySpaceCenter #NASA2025 #NASA #NASAHistory

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

Introducing Dr. Craig Hardgrove! 🌙 Dr. Hardgrove leads the development of the GRNS instrument, ensuring it’s ready to deliver precise gamma-ray and neutron data once we reach the Moon.🔬 #LunarVISE #UCF #Moon #TeamSpotlight

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 16/05/2025

Did you know the Moon 🌕 is slowly drifting away from Earth about 1.5 inches every year? Swipe to discover more fascinating facts about our closest cosmic neighbor! #LunarVISE #Space #SpaceLab #UCF #Moon #MoonFacts #DiscoverTheMoon #LunarKnowledge #MoonSecrets #LearnWithTheMoon

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 10/05/2025

🌼The Flower Moon shines bright, celebrating the height of spring's bloom. Step outside and admire this seasonal full Moon.🌕 #LunarVISE #Space #SpaceLab #UCF #Moon #FullMoon #FlowerMoon #MayFullMoon #SpringMoon #Spring

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 02/05/2025

Spotlight on Dr. Van Rudd! 🌟 As Lead Systems Engineer, Dr. Rudd plays a critical part in our instruments. ⚙️

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

For 35 years, Hubble has captured the unseen: light beyond our eyes and galaxies beyond imagination. From ultraviolet to near-infrared, its lens has stretched across time and space, delivering over 1.5 million cosmic glimpses. ✨📡 #Hubble35

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

The Moon affects Earth's tides, and those tides shape ecosystems. As we celebrate Earth Day, let's remember how our planet’s health is linked to the forces of nature and the Moon’s steady presence. 🌍🌑

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 21/04/2025

The Eta Aquarids meteors will be lighting up the sky! 🌠✨A beautiful event you won't want to miss. Grab your blanket, look up, and enjoy the cosmic show!

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 17/04/2025

The Lyrid Meteor Shower peaks April 21! 🌌✨ Don't miss your chance to catch some shooting stars!

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 11/04/2025

Introducing Dr. Jean-Pierre Williams, one of our Co-Investigators! 👋

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 11/04/2025

Taking place on April 12, this full Moon is known as the Pink Moon, as it marks the time when flowers start to blossom and life returns with the arrival of spring! 🌸You can go outside to witness it at any moment, but it will be at its highest point in the sky around midnight. ✨

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 09/04/2025

Launch day is here! 🚀 Atlas V is set to carry KuiperSat-1 to orbit as part of Amazon’s Project Kuiper. This is the first step toward a global satellite internet network! 🛰️

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 04/04/2025

💫 Did you know the Moon has volcanic features? Keep reading to learn about these volcanic features and what silica has to do with them! 🌑

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

Introducing Dr. Paul Hayne! 👋

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 14/03/2025

Did you know? The Worm Moon happens in March and marks the time when the ground begins to thaw. This process allows earthworms to surface, signaling the arrival of spring! 🐛 🌱

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 14/03/2025

Liftoff is rescheduled for tonight at 7:03 p.m. Eastern Time!

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 14/03/2025

Check out our oral sessions today at #LPSC2025!

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

Don't miss this total lunar eclipse! 🌕 The total eclipse will occur on March 14th from 2:26 AM to 3:31 AM EST. 🌑 Be sure to look up and see the Moon's reddish/orangish glow!

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

Check out our poster sessions at #LPSC2025 today!

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Lunar-VISE @lunarvise.bsky.social · 11/03/2025

Join us as Dr. Adrienne Dove presents at the Lunar and Planetary Science Conference in The Woodlands, Texas!🌕✨

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