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NASA, or the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, is an independent agency of the United States federal government responsible for the nation's civilian space programme and for aeronautics and aerospace research. Established in 1958, NASA's mission encompasses the exploration of space, the study of Earth sciences, and the development of technology for space exploration. The agency conducts various missions, including human spaceflight, robotic exploration of other planets, and the scientific study of the Earth's atmosphere and climate. NASA is known for its significant contributions to space technology, including the Apollo moon-landing missions, the Space Shuttle program, and the Mars Rover missions.