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The latest in space: sugar molecules, a simulated mission and a NASA probe's next steps

In this roundup of space news, we talk about sugar molecules in space, a call for volunteers for a simulated Moon/Mars mission and next steps for NASA's New Horizons probe.

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Ari Daniel
Ari Daniel is a freelance contributor to NPR's Science desk.
Regina G. Barber
Regina G. Barber is a co-host of Short Wave, NPR's science podcast.

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