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NASA’s Role in the Decadal Survey Process

NASA relies on decadal surveys to prioritize its long-term science goals. Our new audit identified communication gaps, inadequate progress tracking, and inconsistent internal processes that hinder the Agency from optimally overseeing its survey efforts.

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We’re highlighting the next generation of cyber talent! Meet seven exceptional students who’ve helped us protect NASA’s critical IT infrastructure through the CyberCorps Scholarship for Service program.

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NASA’s Management of the GRACE-C Mission

NASA’s GRACE twin satellite missions have tracked global water resources for nearly 25 years. Our new audit examined the latest iteration, GRACE-C, and how dwindling budget reserves could increase risks to mission cost and schedule.

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Unlocking the Future Space Economy

As the International Space Station nears retirement, reliable crew and cargo transportation is critical. Catch up on our work examining over a decade of commercial spaceflight, current launch bottlenecks, and the future of the low Earth orbit economy.

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