Denise Chow
Denise Chow is a former Space.com staff writer who then worked as assistant managing editor at Live Science before moving to NBC News as a science reporter, where she focuses on general science and climate change. She spent two years with Space.com, writing about rocket launches and covering NASA's final three space shuttle missions, before joining the Live Science team in 2013. A Canadian transplant, Denise has a bachelor's degree from the University of Toronto, and a master's degree in journalism from New York University. At NBC News, Denise covers general science and climate change.
Latest articles by Denise Chow
![Artist's Concept of Juno Spacecraft](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/b3ek6SX3hvGwntF7fbicKd-320-80.jpg)
NASA's Juno Mission to Probe Jupiter's Biggest Secrets
By Denise Chow published
The Juno spacecraft is expected to arrive at Jupiter in 2016.
![Hubble Space Telescope, an icon in space.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/375PAC4wd5gYagoqPS6LAf-320-80.jpg)
Spy Satellite Telescopes Donated to NASA 'Came Out of the Blue'
By Denise Chow published
The space agency is grappling with meager budget projections.
![X-class Solar Flare March 7, 2012](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/JKTLNHXkpQmNosdqAxJ5LA-320-80.jpg)
Massive Solar Flare in March Broke Sun Storm Record
By Denise Chow published
The massive solar flare erupted from the sun on March 7, 2012.
![Intergalactic Travel Bureau Postcard](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/n92Yz66w3ReHAHh4fM6L4S-320-80.jpg)
'Intergalactic Travel Bureau' Wants to Plan Your Space Vacation
By Denise Chow published
The project is aimed at promoting science outreach and interest in astronomy.
![An artist's rendition of XCOR Aerospace's Lynx space plane high above the Earth. Roughly the size of a small private airplane, the craft is designed to make several flights a day into a zero-gravity environment.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/X7H68XRCzrKNbm4qQTimJo-320-80.jpg)
New Rocket Plane to Begin Space Tourist Launches in 2014
By Denise Chow published
XCOR Aerospace's Lynx will take off from runways in California and the island of Curacao.
![Crowds Welcome Shuttle Enterprise to the Intrepid Museum](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/yzMe6hi3hQ4NxkYSf9t8Yo-320-80.jpg)
Huge Crowds Welcome Shuttle Enterprise to NYC Museum
By Denise Chow published
An enthusiastic crowd watched as the shuttle Enterprise arrived at New York's Intrepid museum.
![Artist's concept of NuSTAR in Orbit](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/dHn8FuEheP3W6U2Uw2JGD7-320-80.jpg)
NASA to Hunt Black Holes with New Space Telescope
By Denise Chow published
The NuSTAR mission will study how black holes form and grow.
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Space Agency Leaders Say Global Cooperation Vital for Future Exploration
By Denise Chow published
Representatives from seven different space agencies spoke about the benefits of international collaboration.
![SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket atop launch pad ahead of May 19, 2012 launch of Dragon capsule to space station](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/gfij5bifsSnSBENMWmRSG4-320-80.jpg)
5 Fun Facts About Private Rocket Company SpaceX
By Denise Chow published
Get to know the California-based private spaceflight company SpaceX.
![Partial Solar Eclipse photo by Sam Border from Blue Grass, Iowa on May 20, 2012](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ef5Rsp9VMkTvXKpxragz6Z-320-80.jpg)
Rare 'Ring of Fire' Solar Eclipse: First Photos
By Denise Chow published
See photos of the May 20 annular solar eclipse.
![The Japanese-American Hinode satellite witnessed an annular solar eclipse on Jan. 4, 2011.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/BrzXMLPVR6bvcuZxLn5WyN-320-80.jpg)
NASA to Watch Solar Eclipse from Grand Canyon Sunday
By Denise Chow published
An impressive annular solar eclipse will occur on Sunday (May 20).
![Dragon's Approach to the ISS](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/zveUFsSTABavafiPGHQMB-320-80.jpg)
Rocket Launch Saturday Is One Giant Leap for Commercial Spaceflight
By Denise Chow published
SpaceX's upcoming test flight could be a defining moment for the commercial spaceflight industry.
![Alien Invader Attacks in "Battleship"](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Bk8n7Nik3JVPLy6Yh9QP4f-320-80.jpg)
When Aliens Attack: 'Battleship' Strategy with SETI Astronomer Seth Shostak
By Denise Chow published
Seth Shostak, a senior astronomer at the SETI Institute, talks all things "Battleship."
![On Jan. 4, 2011, the joint Japanese-American Hinode satellite captured breathtaking images of an annular solar eclipse.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/JPzwHvtUp6n7gvPDoPkung-320-80.jpg)
World's Largest Solar Eclipse Party Takes Over Football Stadium Sunday
By Denise Chow published
The University of Colorado's Folsom Stadium will be invaded by sun-watching enthusiasts on May 20.
![Dragon and Falcon 9 Second Stage](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/SrmcBprYvnf6n9PHVCFYd5-320-80.jpg)
Private Space Taxi Builders Ponder Future Beyond NASA
By Denise Chow published
Several companies are competing for funding under the next round of NASA's commercial crew program.
![ViviSat's Mission Extension Vehicle](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/C56ajS5YbqHBCrsvLL2tc-320-80.jpg)
Spacecraft Repair Droids Could Give Satellites Longer Lives
By Denise Chow published
ViviSat is developing a spacecraft to extend the lives of satellites in orbit.
![The Solar and Heliospheric Observatory (SOHO), which is jointly managed by NASA and the European Space Agency, took this photo of the sun on May 11, 2012, after recovering from a technical glitch.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/4PJ4BC5DwBENHzeSUtkLWi-320-80.jpg)
Sun-Watching Space Telescope Bounces Back From Glitch
By Denise Chow published
The spacecraft suffered a hiccup last week, but engineers have since recovered it.
![An image showing NASA's Curiosity rover being lowered to the Martian surface by a sky crane.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PcLU6egSpZx5gzRURPfWhj-320-80.jpg)
NASA's Budget Woes Require Tough Space Tech Balancing Act
By Denise Chow published
As NASA continues to operate under a tight budget, the agency's centers are facing evolving roles.
![Liberty rocket would revive part of NASA's scrapped Ares I rocket designe.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/KyNweFowVBDSs28Df5mN3i-320-80.jpg)
Shuttle Rocket Booster Maker to Launch Private Space Taxi by 2015
By Denise Chow published
ATK aims to use its Liberty system to carry passengers to destinations in low-Earth orbit.
![Astronauts and Industry Experts inside Dragon Spacecraft](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/FakbKpAXDNU3fC56ADk2Ma-320-80.jpg)
SpaceX Shows Off Manned Dragon Capsule at Space Expo
By Denise Chow published
The crewed version of the Dragon capsule will be able to carry seven passengers.
![ISS Port Truss and Solar Panels with Star Trails](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/xARSg5cZHNNpC4LJBnvq9n-320-80.jpg)
Wanted: New Experiments for Space Station Science
By Denise Chow published
The station is looking for experiments on osteoporosis, muscle deterioration, protein crystallization and more.
![North Korea's Yongbyon Nuclear Facility](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/wBHC8hcRmLwnUmp2RLQzPd-320-80.jpg)
Eyes In the Sky: Q&A with Satellite Photo Provider DigitalGlobe
By Denise Chow published
DigitalGlobe is looking to expand its reach in the commercial and government market.
![Stephen Colbert Makes a Vulcan Hand Sign](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XhUMnTpvuUajU5kBmJoWZg-320-80.jpg)
Buzz Aldrin Gives TV Comedian Stephen Colbert Space Award
By Denise Chow published
The Apollo astronaut appeared on "The Colbert Report" to present its host with a special award.
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