Science

Robert Thirsk on his fears and why space is a moneymaker, part of our series in conversation with the Canadians who were once in space, or soon will be

If we’re going to send humans to Mars, we’re going to need a new spacesuit. And that requires decades of inventing and testing—plus danger and hope.

An inside look at eight innovative space suits developed by NASA in the 1960s

Canadian astronaut Chris Hadfield reveals the cover he chose for the Maclean’s Space issue that he guest-edited, out now

Space travel has let us see the entire world with unprecedented clarity, writes Col. Chris Hadfield. Now we just need to pick our next destination.

Chris Hadfield on his spacewalk and his celebrity status, part of our series in conversation with the Canadians who were once in space, or soon will be

Franklin Chang Díaz went to space seven times. Now, he’s building a radical new engine.

The challenge is now to go faster, higher and cheaper than ever before. Here are the three visionaries leading the way.

Col. Chris Hadfield—the guest editor of our special space issue—picked this week’s cover. See if your choice matches what the spaceman chose

Humans are hardwired to see the negative in life. But growing research shows feeling grateful can boost health, grades, and even brain function.