Clara Moskowitz
Clara Moskowitz is a science and space writer who joined the Space.com team in 2008 and served as Assistant Managing Editor from 2011 to 2013. Clara has a bachelor's degree in astronomy and physics from Wesleyan University, and a graduate certificate in science writing from the University of California, Santa Cruz. She covers everything from astronomy to human spaceflight and once aced a NASTAR suborbital spaceflight training program for space missions. Clara is currently Associate Editor of Scientific American. To see her latest project is, follow Clara on Twitter.
Latest articles by Clara Moskowitz
Southern Night Sky Revealed: Chile's Atacama Desert (Photos)
By Clara Moskowitz published
The night sky view from Chile's Atacama Desert offers stunning views of Southern Hemisphere constellations.
Biggest Spaceflight Conference of 2013 Launches in Colorado
By Clara Moskowitz published
NASA's absence this year isn't stopping this gathering of 9,000 space industry leaders.
Does Tom Cruise Want to be 'Top Gun' in Space? (Video)
By Clara Moskowitz published
The actor has said he's considering buying a ticket to space.
Potential Dark Matter Discovery a Win for Space Station Science
By Clara Moskowitz published
The potential dark matter find announced today wouldn't have been possible without the International Space Station.
Astronauts Launch on First 'Express' Flight to Space Station
By Clara Moskowitz published
A trio of crewmembers will arrive at the International Space Station in just six hours.
New Space Station Crew to Launch and Dock Today in Cosmic First
By Clara Moskowitz published
The spaceflyers will reach the station just six hours after launching.
Star Quiz: Test Your Stellar Smarts
By Clara Moskowitz published
Are you a star at star trivia?
New Map of Big Bang Light Hints at Exotic Physics
By Clara Moskowitz published
The earliest light of the universe doesn't look exactly as predicted.
Universe Older Than Thought, Best Space-Time Map Yet Reveals
By Clara Moskowitz published
The European Space Agency's Planck observatory created the map by measuring the cosmic microwave background.
NASA Probes Security Lapses After Arrest of Ex-Contractor
By Clara Moskowitz published
NASA's chief spoke before Congress after an agency contractor was arrested.
Astronauts Celebrate Adventure at Explorers Club Dinner
By Clara Moskowitz published
John Glenn and Scott Carpenter won Explorers Club medals.
Asteroid Threat Collides with Earthly Budget Realities in Congress
By Clara Moskowitz published
NASA's chief said budget cuts limited the agency's ability to track possibly dangerous asteroids.
Mars Science by Curiosity Rover Hits New Snag
By Clara Moskowitz published
A minor computer error has sent Curiosity back into safe mode.
Giant Radio Telescope in Chile Opens for Cosmic Business
By Clara Moskowitz published
Giant white radio antennas point in unison to observe stars and planets being born.
Subway Astronomy: Chilean Exhibition Celebrates New Telescope
By Clara Moskowitz published
A new exhibition in Santiago's Metro opened Monday, focusing on radio astronomy.
The Search for Life on Mars (A Photo Timeline)
By Clara Moskowitz published
A look at the major steps forward in searching for life on Mars.
Scientists Hope to Extend Mercury Spacecraft's Mission
By Clara Moskowitz published
The first spacecraft to orbit Mercury will have to shut down soon, unless it gets a mission extension.
Newfound Particle Still Looks Like a Higgs Boson
By Clara Moskowitz published
There are slight hints, however, of something more.
8 Cool Facts About the ALMA Telescope
By Clara Moskowitz published
Learn about the huge new radio observatory opening high in the Chilean desert.
6 Surprising Facts about World's Most Powerful Radio Telescope
By Clara Moskowitz published
A new observatory is opening high in Chile's Atacama desert.
Watch Big Asteroid Buzz Earth This Weekend: 2 Live Webcasts
By Clara Moskowitz published
Two observatories will broadcast live views of Asteroid 2013's closest approach.
World's Largest Ground-Based Telescope Array Opens in Chile Soon
By Clara Moskowitz published
A ceremony in Chile March 13 will celebrate the opening of the ALMA array.
US-Russian Crew Launching to Space Station in Record Time
By Clara Moskowitz published
What is usually a two-day journey will be shortened to just six hours.
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