The mission of the Explorers Program is to provide frequent flight opportunities for world-class scientific investigations from space utilizing innovative, streamlined and efficient management approaches within the heliophysics and astrophysics science areas.

The program seeks to enhance public awareness of, and appreciation for, space science and to incorporate educational and public outreach activities as integral parts of space science investigations.

NASA Selects SMEX Investigations
May 29, 2008 - NASA has selected six candidate mission proposals for further evaluation as part of the agency's Small Explorer (SMEX) Program.
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Cosmic Background Explorer
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+ NASA Web Site
+ Flight Program & Projects Directorate
+ Goddard Space Flight Center
+ NASA Science Plan
+ Science Support Office: Explorers Acquisition
  - SMEX and Missions of Opportunity