Xploration Outer Space

Host Emily Calandrelli discovers various ways the public is helping scientists explore outer space; from sending bacteria samples to the International Space Station to tweeting observations about the Northern Lights. Another way they help is by using home computers to search for alien life.

Once we land on Mars, how will we survive? Host Emily Calandrelli visits NASA's Swamp Works, which tests space suits and machines for Mars-like conditions. We also look at the history of space suits, and discover a futuristic space suit that's in the works at MIT.

To send rockets to outer space, it requires all types of engineers. Host Emily Calandrelli visits four types of engineers who are on the cutting edge of aerospace technology. From building rocket engines using 3D printing to creating autonomous robots that will explore Mars, we'll look at a variety of exciting careers.

There's a new generation of satellites that are heading for low-earth orbit. They're now smaller and smarter than ever before. Join host Emily Calandrelli as we look at satellites that will provide us with instant images of our planet and bring high-speed internet to every human on Earth.

Our universe can provide some amazing images. Ever wonder what it might be like to live in a space colony? There are all kinds of ways to use art...so lets use our imaginations to see what life might look like beyond planet Earth!

Who owns space? The answer has changed over time. Some companies have their sites set on mining the moon. Here on Earth, if you find a meteorite, is it yours? Join as as we explore these questions and more!

Four astronauts who have gone on missions into outer space share their perspective of life in micro-gravity. Host Emily Calandrelli visits each astronaut, including Story Musgrave, the only astronaut to fly aboard all five space shuttles.

The world's leading private space companies are testing their top-secret technologies everyday in the desert of California. Join Emily Calandrelli as she explores Mojave Air and Space Port and the technologies of tomorrow that will lead the way in space exploration.

Join Host Emily Calandrelli as she explores the latest in science's search for life outside of planet Earth. From Microbes to advanced intelligent beings - recent discoveries are bringing scientists closer than ever to finding alien life.

High school and college students compete for a fantastic prize: Going aboard a Zero-G aircraft where they'll experience microgravity with host, Emily Calandrelli. We'll see the student-winner try to execute a scientific experiment in weightlessness.

When venturing into deep space to discover new worlds, robots are needed to first explore these extreme environments. Host Emily Calandrelli shows us robots that are leading the way, both to Mars, and other destinations in the future.

The Space Shuttle program spanned 30 years, and accomplished many things in low-Earth orbit. Host Emily Calandrelli speaks with five astronauts who ventured into space aboard this amazing and complex spacecraft.

We'll explain why Pluto is no longer considered a planet, and why some scientists believe there is another planet in our solar system that hasn't been discovered yet. Host Emily Calandrelli looks at many objects that, regardless of definition, look like new and fascinating planets.

Host Emily Calandrelli explores what kind of experiments are being conducted on the International Space Station that will benefit humans on earth. We'll look at the history of the I.S.S., and see how students are communicating directly with astronauts aboard the space station.

What should NASA explore next, planet Mars or the Moon? Scientists make their case for spending our energy on going to Mars, while others think we should first conquer the Moon. Host Emily Calandrelli investigates this dilemma which will determine our space-faring future.