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Deep Space Extra

Jul 11, 2026

Here is a list of news that were published in our Newsletter during the week of July 5, 2026: Human Space Exploration From the lab to the Moon: Lunar cement alternative survives 6 months on ISS and returned stronger in some tests; University team proposed retractable, pressurized tunnels for missions to Mars; 'That's going to come back and bite us': Former NASA chief questions Artemis Moon lander plans; Artemis II crew member Jeremy Hansen says he's stepping down from astronaut role; NASA chief says agency aiding Blue Origin explosion inquiry: ‘We can't slow down'; NASA releases draft RFP for ISS replacement plan; Russia develops 'Moon...

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COALITION STATEMENTS

Industry Shares Excitement on Artemis III Crew Announcement

Jun 9, 2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. (June 9) – The Members of the Coalition for Deep Space Exploration (CDSE) join the nation in celebrating the announcement of the Artemis III crew. As Mission Commander Col. Randy Bresnik (USMC-Ret.), Pilot Col. Luca Parmitano (Italian Air Force), Mission Specialist Col. Frank Rubio (U.S. Army), Mission Specialist Andre Douglas...

NASA Rolls Out Ignition Initiative

Mar 26, 2026

On March 24th, NASA held a briefing about the Ignition initiative to achieve America's National Space Policy. NASA has also issued Requests for Information to industry partners to advance the initiative. For information and all materials, go here. To watch the entire briefing, go here. CDSE summary: NASA unveiled a new roadmap for the next decade...