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Living in space for months inevitably leads to unforeseen problems, and overcoming them requires adaptability and flexibility, an astronaut aboard the International Space Station told Fox News. “We have had some unexpected challenges in the last couple of weeks,” European Space Agency astronaut Andreas Mogensen said. “We were planning to …

Most places one would look for a scientist include classrooms, laboratories, and lecture halls. And now they can be found in one more location – on stage. As part of the 2011 World Science Festival, actor Alan Alda explained to festival attendees at the Paley Media Center the necessity for …

When America’s space shuttle program ends in September, the U.S. will be completely dependent on Russian rockets for launching men and women into space — and bringing them back. But what will happen to America’s astronauts if relations between the U.S. and Russia sour? Until American companies come to market …

Didn’t get to act out CSI in your high-school science class? This weekend, you can do it in public instead. Those looking to fulfill their dreams of becoming David Caruso can stop by the forensic science exhibit — just one part of the inaugural USA Science and Engineering Festival. The …