Today, on Katherine Johnson’s 104th birthday, we celebrate her groundbreaking work and the hugely impactful contributions she made towards the Apollo 11 mission in 1969 and many more projects throughout her career working at NASA.
Roger Highfield, Science Director, discusses the extraordinary idea that our universe is but a speck in a vast sea of universes with the Astronomer Royal, Lord Martin Rees.
As the latest Doctor is unveiled, Science Director Roger Highfield discusses the science of regeneration with developmental biologist, Sir Jim Smith.
Assistant Curator Heather Bennett introduces us to the James Webb Space Telescope, launching today.
As live events return to the Science Museum, including its popular Lates series kicking off later this month, Chloë Abley shares the experience of hearing Chris Hadfield in conversation with Professor Lucie Green.
A remarkable engine, designed to help slow down a spacecraft, recently went on display. We asked space curator Doug Millard to explain more.
Today, NASA was able to successfully fly a small helicopter on Mars. Space curator Doug Millard explores this historical moment.
Today marks the 100th birthday of Mary Jackson, NASA’s first black female engineer and one of their ‘Hidden Figures’.
Curator Doug Millard looks at how our exploration of space is a truly international affair.
Assistant Curator Heather Bennett gives us an introduction to one of the latest additions to the Space Technology collection.
From galaxy to grotto, ecology to elves, molecules to mistletoe, our online shop is packed full of out-of-this-world gifts to help spread Christmas cheer.
Curator Doug Millard celebrates the life of Mae C. Jemison, engineer and former NASA astronaut who was the first black woman to travel into space.