NASA
Texas A&M approves space institute to be constructed in Clear Lake
Posted on · Some experts say the new institute could fuel an already growing space economy in Texas.
Tag: Johnson Space Center
Houston Matters
Staying in flood-prone areas (June 27, 2023)
Posted on · On Tuesday's show: A recent study from Rice University outlines the role race plays in the reasons people stay in flood-prone areas.
Houston Matters
Inflation’s effect on rural hospitals (Dec. 16, 2022)
Posted on · On Friday's show: We learn how inflation is making it hard for rural hospitals in Texas to stay open. Houstonians share their memories of the moon landing. And we break down The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week.
Houston Matters
Queen Elizabeth’s visit to Houston, and a unique perspective on 9/11 (Sept. 9, 2022)
Posted on · On Friday's show: We reflect on Queen Elizabeth's life and recall the time she visited Houston. Also, a UH alum who was with Pres. George W. Bush on 9/11 shares his memories of that day. And we discuss The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week.
NASA
NASA says people near Johnson Space Center should expect loud boom Saturday
Posted on · The loud noise is part of a lengthy process to send astronauts back to the moon by 2024.
Houston Matters
Opening A Can Of Moon Rocks From 50 Years Ago: The Good, Bad, And Ugly Of The Week
Posted on · The Houston Matters panel of non-experts weighs in on stories from the week’s news and decides if they’re good, bad, or ugly.
NASA
NASA names 2021 astronaut candidates as it plans for moon missions
Posted on · The group of would-be astronauts includes four women and reflects a broad stretch of America, from Alaska to Puerto Rico.
Houston Matters
Vanessa Wyche Takes The Helm At NASA’s Johnson Space Center (Aug. 26, 2021)
Posted on · On Thursday's show: An update on the COVID-19 situation in Montgomery County, a conversation with the new director of the Johnson Space Center, and poet Rita Dove talks about her latest collection.
Technology
For The 1st Time, A Black Woman Will Lead A NASA Center
Posted on · Vanessa Wyche has worked for NASA since 1989, and has held multiple key leadership positions with the agency. Now, she will be the director of NASA's Johnson Space Center in Houston.
NASA
Students Train Like Astronauts At Space Center University
Posted on · There's a focus on international cooperation as NASA moves to the next phase in space travel.
Houston Matters
How The Artemis Program Will Get Us Back To The Moon — Then Mars
Posted on · Houston Matters producer Joshua Zinn takes us inside the Orion capsule to learn how NASA's next missions to the moon will eventually lead to Mars.
Houston Matters
The Bigger Picture: ‘Ad Astra’ Hints At What’s Next For Space Exploration
Posted on · Houston Matters explores the concepts of space travel depicted in the near-future setting of the new film, starring Brad Pitt.
NASA
Chris Kraft, One Of The Architects Of The U.S. Space Program, Dies At 95
Posted on · Kraft was among the earliest employees of NASA and designed mission control and other components of the program. He became head of the Johnson Space Center and oversaw the birth of the space shuttle.
Houston Matters
Full Show: Remembering NASA Pioneer Chris Kraft, And Moving The Battleship Texas (July 23, 2019)
Posted on · On Tuesday's Houston Matters: Reflecting on the career of NASA's Chris Kraft, the future of the Battleship Texas, a NASA engineer writes science fiction, and we preview the Houston Shakespeare Festival.
Local
11 Ways To Celebrate The 50th Anniversary Of The Moon Landing In Houston
Posted on · There's a lot happening in Space City, including documentaries, exhibits and panel discussions.