Beyond Tang, climate research and international collaboration show why space exploration propels innovation
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More organizations and individuals than ever share a vested interest in the space sector’s success.
When people think about what we get from the U.S. space program, it may be along the lines of NASA technology spin-offs such as freeze-dried food and emergency space blankets.