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NASA is revising its mission selection and development procedures to reduce costs and increase the frequency of scientific missions. The new Competition Model 2.0 emphasizes scientific value over detailed engineering plans in early evaluations. This approach aims to streamline the selection process, cutting down the time from nearly three years to about 19 months for initial evaluations. The changes will vary by mission category, with smaller missions benefiting from a simplified one-step selection process. NASA plans to involve its centers more directly in mission development, ensuring better resource management and oversight of budgets and timelines. Overall, these reforms are intended to facilitate more frequent and cost-effective scientific missions.