npj Space Exploration considers research that explores all aspects of robotic/human exploration of the Solar System. This journal aims to advance our understanding of the origins and diversity of planetary systems through exploring planets, moons, and small bodies, with cutting-edge aerospace technologies and multinational cooperation. This journal covers a broad range of topics including but not limited to: Lunar Mission, including lunar structure and composition, landscape, soil, rock, chronology, and mapping Mars Mission, including Mars structure and composition, landscape, rock, polar ice caps, and mapping Exploration of other planets, moons, asteroids, and comets within the Solar System Spacecraft trajectories, ballistics, and celestial mechanics Spacecraft propulsion systems and energy needs Spacecraft design, lander design, rover design, helicopter design, and NEA impactor design and dynamics Spacecraft navigation and orientation Remote sensing, remote sampling, and satellite technology Landing site selection and radiation environments In-situ resources extraction and utilization Small body monitoring and defense Space weather and space environment International Lunar Research Station and ‘Astronomy from the Moon’ facilities The journal offers more choice to Nature Portfolio authors who are seeking a fully open-access and more inclusive platform for publishing their work. The journal is led by clean air experts who collaborate to cultivate high-quality research. As part of the npj Series, this journal focuses on fostering global partnerships with the research community and other Springer Nature journals.