NASA hosts March Madness of Space Missions

William Atkins
Friday, 06 March 2009 19:56

Science - Space

And, the NASA article continues to say, “Visitors to the tournament Web site can learn about the missions chosen for the competition, print out a bracket and make predictions. Voting for round one begins March 19, and the first Mission Madness championship winner will be determined on April 8.”

NASA adds, “Each round consists of two days of online voting. Fans will be able to vote for their favorite missions as many times as they like while polls are open. At the conclusion of each round, the winning missions advance in head-to-head competition, allowing fans to see how their predictions compare to those of other voters.”

You can find the March Madness basketball-style tournament at the NASA website: 

And, you can comment on the tournament by going to the NASA Blog.

The March Madness tournament is sponsored by NASA EDGE. Its website states, “NASA EDGE is different. Unscripted and unpredictable, NASA EDGE takes a unique look in and around the greatest space program on the planet.”

“Whether it's the latest launch or the coolest gadgets, NASA EDGE hosts provide an offbeat, funny and informative look behind the NASA curtain. If you've ever wanted to learn about NASA but thought you needed to be a rocket scientist, wait no longer. Watch NASA EDGE and embrace your inner astronaut.”

To learn more about NASA EDGE, click on the link.

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