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Where will the US Space Academy be based? NASA wants class to start by 2028

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: Space.com
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What happened

The hunt is on for a state to host the newly announced U.S.

Groundbreaking for the new institution, wherever it ends up being, is targeted for 2027.

Key facts

  • Groundbreaking for the new institution, wherever it ends up being, is targeted for 2027.
  • Reported by Space.com and published Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:00:00 UTC.

Why it matters

Research findings and mission results set the evidence base that policy, funding and later discoveries build on.

What to watch next

  • Peer review status and replication of the findings
  • Mission milestones and next scheduled attempt
  • Funding or policy decisions that follow

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