Space Science Cut Update

NASA Cutbacks Cause Uncertainty Among Space Researchers, Science Careers

“NASA’s space science program is at risk, according to a recent report from a National Research Council (NRC) panel. The panel, which was tasked with assessing the impact of the proposed FY 2007 NASA budget, concluded that the budget provides the agency with insufficient funds to allow it to meet all of its mandates while remaining strong in science. “NASA is being asked to accomplish too much with too little,” says the report.”