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Sarwat Nasir

Sarwat Nasir

Space Editor
UAE
Sarwat is the space editor at The National and oversees the space coverage at the organisation. She has a keen interest in human spaceflight, private space industry and interplanetary missions. A graduate of Murdoch University, she joined The National in 2020. She previously worked with Khaleej Times and 7Days covering space and education.
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The rocket engine could one day be used for satellites and lunar landing missions. Photo: Technology Innovation Institute
Abu Dhabi researchers test-fire rocket engine for future Mars missions

The engine can be used for satellites and lunar landing vehicles

UAEOctober 06, 2025
Striking views of the Moon compiled from observations made by Nasa's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter. Photo: Nasa
Countries join forces to avoid star wars as US and China race to the Moon

UAE leads efforts for cosmic co-operation as Nasa sets sights on lunar mission next year

SpaceOctober 02, 2025
The Hunter's Moon will rise over the UAE on October 7. EPA
First supermoon of the year to light up UAE skies this month

Celestial event marks start of busy skywatching season featuring meteor showers

SpaceOctober 01, 2025
Mugdha Polimera says the UAE has 'built a world-class space programme'. Photo: Dr Polimera
Astrophysicist who looked to stars as child wants to give back to UAE

Mugdha Polimera part of team behind SciX, a new open-access portal connecting research in space sciences

SpaceSeptember 30, 2025
A glucose-monitoring device. A UAE-backed study will see astronauts undergoing tests to help researchers understand how well certain types of blood monitors perform in orbit. PA
UAE-led research shows insulin monitors can work in space

The findings could make spaceflight more inclusive and help develop better treatments for millions of people living with diabetes on Earth

SpaceSeptember 27, 2025
Ali Al Hashemi, the chief-executive of the Space Services unit at Abu Dhabi's Space42. Photo: Space42
First Emirati to lead global satellite organisation targets space junk and digital divide

Space42’s Ali Al Hashemi to prioritise cleaner orbits and equal access to internet during his two-year term

SpaceSeptember 26, 2025
A rendering of Firefly's Blue Ghost 2 mission hurtling towards the Moon. Photo: Firefly Aerospace
'We pray for a good landing': UAE hopes high for 2026 Moon mission

Forum in Dubai also hears budget cuts could undermine US dreams of venturing to Mars

SpaceSeptember 23, 2025
AI use is becoming increasingly common among all generations. Getty Images
Human 'common sense' remains crucial amid rise of AI, Dubai summit hears

Henrik von Scheel says over-reliance on artificial intelligence could prevent personal development

FutureSeptember 23, 2025
The Hubble Space Telescope captured this image of the comet 31/Atlas when it was 445,787km from Earth on July 25. Photo: Hubble Space Telescope / Nasa
'Surprising' chemistry of interstellar comet could offer insight into distant planets

Comet which travelled from outside solar system has fascinated scientists

SpaceSeptember 19, 2025
The MBR Explorer by the UAE Space Agency will study seven rocks in the main asteroid belt. Photo: UAE Space Agency
All systems go as UAE’s space economy grows to Dh22 billion

Private companies are helping develop parts for the country's 2028 asteroid belt mission

SpaceSeptember 17, 2025
Solar winds are streams of charged particles released by the Sun that can intensify into storms. Photo: NYUAD
Abu Dhabi researchers train AI system to save satellites from solar storms

Model uses Nasa data to forecast powerful solar winds days in advance

SpaceSeptember 16, 2025
Space42 is working on a new solution to help people stay connected in places where mobile signals are weak or completely unavailable. Getty Images
Space42 and Viasat launch company to tackle internet blackspots

New wholesale provider aims to have satellite infrastructure up and running in three years

UAESeptember 15, 2025
ChatGPT has passed sections of the US medical licensing exam but experts remain cautious. AFP
How patients risk being misled by ChatGPT's 'persuasive' medical advice

Experts in Dubai warn polished AI responses can mislead patients into trusting inaccurate advice

HealthSeptember 09, 2025
Internet speeds have been disrupted across the region. Getty images
UAE internet could be disrupted for six weeks

Experts say connections could run more slowly

UAESeptember 08, 2025
A multiple exposure image shows the phases of the lunar eclipse, culminating in the Blood Moon, above Kfardbian, in the north of Lebanon's capital Beirut. EPA
Blood Moon thrills UAE stargazers during rare total lunar eclipse

Billions across globe enjoy celestial show lasting five hours

SpaceSeptember 07, 2025
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