NASA Welcomes Digital Content Creators to Cover Psyche Launch

Calling all digital content creators! You’re cordially invited to join the launch event of NASA’s incredible Psyche spacecraft and craft content inspired by this remarkable experience. The Psyche mission is set to embark on a journey to a truly unique metal-rich asteroid, nestled in the region between Mars and Jupiter as it orbits the Sun. The liftoff of Psyche is scheduled for October 5th at 10:38 a.m. EDT, and it will be riding aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket from Launch Complex 39A, located at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in sunny Florida. NASA’s Launch Services Program is in charge of overseeing this exciting launch.

Now, here’s the scientific intrigue: experts believe that the Psyche asteroid might be a remnant of the metal-rich core of a planetesimal, one of the foundational building blocks of rocky planets. It’s possible that Psyche had some run-ins with other substantial celestial bodies during its formative years, leading it to shed its outer layers. Because we humans can’t just drill our way down to Earth’s metal core, or those of other rocky planets for that matter, visiting Psyche offers a rare glimpse into the origins of our solar system.

If you’re passionate about communicating and captivating online audiences, then this event is tailor-made for you! It’s a unique chance to witness and share the captivating journey of #MissionToPsyche.

We’re selecting a lucky group of 35 social media users to participate in this immersive two-day event happening on October 4th and 5th, 2023. And here’s the exciting part – you’ll be granted access akin to that of news media.

As a NASA Social participant, you’ll have the privilege to:

1. Witness the awe-inspiring launch of the SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket.
2. Embark on enlightening tours of the top-notch NASA facilities at Kennedy Space Center.
3. Engage in intriguing discussions with the brilliant minds behind the Psyche mission, including both scientists and engineers.
4. Connect with fellow space aficionados who are actively shaping the world of social media.

The registration for NASA Social at the Psyche launch kicks off on Tuesday, August 22nd, and the deadline to apply is noon EDT on Monday, August 28th. Rest assured, each social application will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis, so make sure to seize this incredible opportunity to be part of something truly out-of-this-world.