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Nova-C IM-2 Science Media Teleconference
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NASA will host a media teleconference to discuss the agency’s science and technology flying aboard Intuitive Machines’ second flight to the Moon. The mission is part of NASA’s CLPS (Commercial Lunar Payload Services) initiative and Artemis campaign to establish a long-term lunar presence.
Briefing participants include:
- Nicky Fox, associate administrator, Science Mission Directorate, NASA Headquarters
- Niki Werkheiser, director, technology maturation, Space Technology Mission Directorate, NASA Headquarters
- Trent Martin, senior vice president, space systems, Intuitive Machines
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