NASA

NASA stands for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. It is an independent agency of the United States federal government responsible for the nation’s civilian space program and for aeronautics and aerospace research. Established on July 29, 1958, NASA conducts space exploration missions, develops technology for space travel, and oversees research in aeronautics. Its most notable achievements include the Apollo moon-landing missions, the Space Shuttle program, and the Mars exploration missions. NASA’s mission is to drive advances in science, technology, and exploration, expanding human knowledge and understanding of the universe while contributing to technological innovation and economic growth on Earth.