NASA mulls mothballing ISS research.

NASA mulls mothballing ISS research. :

"NASA deputy space station program manager Kirk Shireman has been asked if it is true as reported on the NASAWatch.com website that the agency is considering shutting down its research for a year or more for budget reasons, or would pursue other steps.

He replied: 'All those things are under consideration.'"

I have never really looked into what the ISS researches but I have no doubt it is the sort of stuff which will have far reaching impact for us all as NASA has that kind of pioneering, scientific edge reputation. To not research for a year would be sad but I am surprised how much money America can put into all its projects around the place and the bottom line is there is only so much money. Those sorts of budget constraints affect us all and when you get a big bludget outlay, like repairing the damage to New Orleans, then I guess you have to put the people on the ground ahead of future generations. One year is a long time. It goes quickly though and perhaps rather than look upon it negatively, look upon it as a year to really think out the future projects and commitments of NASA. We are in a period of intense change and stopping to catch our breath is not such a bad thing . If it means money is withheld to force us to relook at who we are and what we do, then that's not bad either. Life is about reflecting before you have intense periods of creativity. I am certain if NASA has to slow down for a year , it will only mean they will come up with even better ideas. I think this article is too negative. Money isn't everything and thought at the level NASA can operate will ensure even bigger and better things.I guess the negotiations need to be open and valid.