Report Series : Options for the Fifth New Frontiers Announcement of Opportunity.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine.

Contributor:

Sciences, Division on Engineering and Physical.

Board, Space Studies.

Science, Committee on Astrobiology and Planetary.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Planetary science.

Exobiology.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (40 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Other Title:

Report Series

Place of Publication:

Washington, D.C. : National Academies Press, 2020.

Summary:

This report by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine focuses on astrobiology and planetary science, providing insights into the options for NASA's Fifth New Frontiers Announcement of Opportunity. The document reviews the progress of NASA's New Frontiers program, evaluates proposed mission targets, and offers guidance on prioritizing scientific research and exploration initiatives. It reflects on the goals of the planetary science decadal survey (2013–2022) and emphasizes the importance of advancing scientific knowledge through well-defined, feasible, and cost-effective mission objectives. This publication is intended for policymakers, scientists, and researchers in the fields of planetary science and space exploration, aiming to inform decisions that shape future exploration and scientific progress in the study of solar system bodies. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Intro

Title Page

Copyright Page

Acknowledgment of Reviewers

1 Introduction

2 Advances Since the Publication of Vision and Voyages

3 Mission Theme Reconsideration

4 Conclusions

Appendix: Disclosure of Unavoidable Conflict of Interest.

Notes:

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ISBN:

0-309-68050-6

0-309-68052-2

OCLC:

1232277563