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Watch live: NASA discussing upcoming launch of Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope

NASA's currently set to launch the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope on August 30. On Wednesday (July 29), agency officials will discuss preparations for liftoff and some of the science Roman will be able to accomplish once in space.

Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope Mission Preview News Conference (July 29, 2026) - YouTube Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope Mission Preview News Conference (July 29, 2026) - YouTube
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