Innovation Now Videos

Selected Innovation Now podcasts have been paired with stunning images to make episodes come alive.

Innovation Now™ is written and produced by the National Institute of Aerospace in collaboration with NASA‘s Space Technology Mission Directorate and is distributed by WHRV 89.5, Norfolk, VA.

Taking Protein to the Stars February 19, 2026
Astronauts need hearty nutrients to maintain a healthy diet in space.
Time Flies February 18, 2026
Closely contested Olympic events rely on an accurate measure of time where the difference between gold and silver can be a fraction of a second. Accurate timekeeping is critical to NASA as well.
From Pluto to Pharmaceuticals February 17, 2026
NASA uses spectroscopy to determine what planets, and their atmospheres, are made of by analyzing how light interacts with matter.
Olympic Physics February 16, 2026
What do Olympic athletes and objects in space have in common? Both are matter in motion.
Because of Stardust February 13, 2026
Greek artist Ioannis Michaloudis credits his success to NASA, claiming he is what he is because of Stardust.
Mars to Table February 12, 2026
NASA is back for seconds with a new food system design challenge.
Good Vibrations February 11, 2026
Recovering from a broken bone can be a long, painful experience, even life-threatening for the elderly. But imagine what might happen to an astronaut thousands of miles from medical care.
Harnessing Nuclear Power February 10, 2026
NASA and the U.S. Department of Energy recently announced a renewed partnership to safely harness nuclear power in space.
Spinoff 2026 February 9, 2026
NASA technology brings the golden age of exploration to Earth.
Designed for Quiet February 6, 2026
Advancing aeronautics is central to NASA’s mission, and the X-59 continues that tradition by quieting supersonic air travel over land.