Welcome to the PDS
![Image of types of planetary objects](images/planets.gif)
The PDS archives and distributes scientific data from NASA planetary missions, astronomical observations, and laboratory measurements. The PDS is sponsored by NASA's Science Mission Directorate. Its purpose is to ensure the long-term usability of NASA data and to stimulate advanced research. Learn more about PDS.
Researchers
Data ProvidersData Reviewers |
Students & Educators
The PDS is mainly designed for scientists researching the planets. While you may find what you are looking for here, you are usually better off visiting one of the sites below, or another of the related sites.
Planetary Photojournal | A searchable collection of press release images from NASA planetary missions. |
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Welcome to the Planets | Reference information and images of each planet in our solar system. |
Map a Planet | Create maps of many of the planets of our solar system, with customizable locations and scale. |
Cassini Press Release Rings Images |
A Month-By-Month Gallery of Cassini images of Saturn's Ring System. |
Upcoming Meetings & Workshops
Planetary Data: A Workshop for Users and Software Developers 2012 will be held on June 25-29, 2012 at Northern Arizona University (NAU) in Flagstaff, Arizona. |
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