The Groundbreaking OSIRIS-REx Findings NASA’s remarkable OSIRIS-REx mission has achieved a monumental breakthrough by returning pristine samples from the near-Earth asteroid Bennu. Initial examinations showcase an extraordinary array of materials, including significant amounts of carbon, nitrogen, and water-soluble phosphates. These elements are crucial not only for life on Earth but also symbolize the formative processes that have influenced our solar system for over 4.5 billion years. Launched in 2016, the mission reached its climax in September 2023 when it delivered a sample weighing 4.3 ounces (121.6 grams), the largest unaltered asteroid material ever retrieved. This unique collection is now under