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MISSE (Materials International Space Station Experiment), a joint project between NASA and Boeing
Our BLUE-Wave spectrometers were launched into space and mounted on the ISS as part of the MISSE-7 experiment, designed to take real-time spectra to provide insight on how the environment of space affects different optical properties of materials. Many of the materials were designed for space exposure and are considered next generation materials for space travel.
StellarNet Customer Spotlight – Launching Spectrometers and Careers
The Harding University Atmospheric and Space Research Team operates under the leadership of Dr. Ed Wilson, Professor of Chemistry in Harding University’s Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, and longtime StellarNet customer. The team’s research has been funded by several sources over the years, including NASA Astrobiology Science and Technology Instrument Development (ASTID), NASA Experimental Program to Stimulate Cooperative Research (EPSCoR), and the Arkansas Space Grant Consortium…
The SpectraWizard Goes Stellar- AstroSpectroscopy Basics
Spectroscopy is one of the most valuable tools that an astronomer has for studying the Universe. Spectrometers help us determine the chemical compositions, physical properties, and velocities of astronomical bodies light-years away…
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Space Exploration Day
Space exploration has entered a new era of compact, collaborative spacecraft. As CubeSat technology continues to mature, researchers are exploring innovative ways to perform sophisticated scientific...
Analyzing Astrophotography Filters- The SpectraWizard captures the Orion Nebula
After analyzing the spectrum of Sirius and Betelgeuse, the SpectraWizard decided to take a shot with astrophotography. His journey takes him to the Great Orion Nebula where he creates a superimposed...
Analyzing the Spectrum of Sirius: SpectraWizard Spots “The Dog Star”
The next stop on the SpectraWizard's exploration of the Universe is Sirius: The Dog Star. Found in the Constellation Canis Major, Sirius is always easy to find because it is the sky's brightest...
Color of Love: Venus on a Spectrum
To the human eye, Venus appears as white but it's true colors are actually eclipsed by the Sun's light. If you use a far ultraviolet camera/spectrograph, you can capture the true color of the...
Analyzing the Spectrum of Betelgeuse the Valentine’s Day Star
The SpectraWizard begins his quest to explore the Universe and "Develop Intelligence from Light" by taking a look at Betelgeuse, the Valentine's Day star. The SpectraWizard is a bit of a romantic...
Aurora Spectroscopy with StellarNet
Recent solar storms have transformed skies across the country, pushing dazzling auroras far beyond their usual reach—even into Florida. On November 11th, long-exposure photography captured vibrant...
The SpectraWizard’s Spectroscopy Application Challenge Results 2025
The SpectraWizard’s Spectroscopy Application Challenge has come to a close! 🌍✨ Spectroscopists from across the globe went head-to-head for a shot at $5,000 in StellarCash. We’re...
Space Day: Hyperspectral Imaging on Mobile Ground Robots
Daniil Valme, Anton Rassõlkin, and Dhanushka C. Liyanage 8 April 2025 | Tallinn University of Technology, EstoniaAbstractHyperspectral imaging (HSI) has evolved from its origins in space missions to...
Red Moon Total Lunar Eclipse Through Our StellarNet Telescope
Why Does the Moon Turn Red During a Lunar Eclipse? The Moon appears amber or red during a total lunar eclipse due to Rayleigh scattering and the refraction of sunlight through Earth's atmosphere,...
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Explore spectroscopy and optical measurement for space and astronomy through practical guides, application notes, videos, technical resources, and real-world research. Learn how spectroscopy can be used for astronomical observations, solar measurements, spectral analysis, light-source characterization, and space science research. These Learning Centers provide practical resources to help researchers, educators, and students understand spectral measurements and apply spectroscopy to the study of the Sun, stars, and other astronomical objects.
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