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Sep 10, 2018
After 11 years, NASA’s asteroid-hopping spacecraft is running out of fuel
Here are some highlights from its journey
Feb 17, 2017
The dwarf planet Ceres may be capable of supporting life
Dawn spacecraft discovers organic materials on its surface
Jun 30, 2016
Salty Ceres Contains Hints Of An Earth-Like Oceanic Past
What other mysteries could this dwarf planet hold?
Mar 23, 2016
See Ceres’s Spots Shine In Extraordinary Detail
Our best view yet of the dwarf planet's mysterious bright splotches
Aug 25, 2015
Dawn Spacecraft Snaps A Closeup Of Mysterious Pyramid On Ceres
Why is it so shiny?
Apr 17, 2015
Dawn Catches A Glimpse Of Ceres’ North Pole
The spacecraft is finally leaving the asteroid's dark side. Let the science begin!
Mar 23, 2015
What’s Next For The Dawn Mission?
An interview with Keri Bean, NASA engineer and R2D2's best friend
Feb 26, 2015
Second Bright Spot Is Further Evidence That Ceres Is A Death Star
Clearly its planet-destroying superlaser is just firing up