How are cubesats advancing astrophysics?
Cubesats are becoming more common. In low Earth orbit, they are becoming so prevalent that concerns are arising about space debris and interference with Earth-based…
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What is the Moon Treaty and is it still useful?
The Moon Treaty was designed to regulate various space activities, including resource utilization. The treaty, however, is of questionable use – it has few signatories…
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How do you film Earth as an otherworldly alien planet?
Andrew Studer is a professional outdoor photographer and filmmaker based in Oregon. He has a passion for capturing and showcasing the beauty of our natural…
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How would ELROI let us know which satellites are which?
Many manmade objects are in orbit around Earth. How do we know which are which? The problem is, we don’t. Not always, anyway. Oftentimes, we…
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How does Frank Herbert’s Dune address women’s agency?
A sci-fi classic is Frank Herbert’s Dune. It is one of the best-selling sci-fi book series of all time. It has had numerous adaptations, appearing…
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How does synthetic biology affect sustainability?
Synthetic biology has the potential to change humanity’s relationship with Earth. This is because synthetic biology could potentially change biospheres. It could furthermore indirectly affect…
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Is our universe part of a larger multiverse?
We use the word “universe” to describe everything that we know to exist – all of time, energy, and matter. With our current technology, we…
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What were the top five reads on Filling Space for 2019?
This year, Filling Space published over 60 interviews. The experts we interviewed all engage with space in interesting but very diverse ways. They include artists,…
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Is the US launch industry experiencing a “bubble”?
The US launch industry is in a state of rapid expansion. For the past several decades, government policies have promoted its development. In the last…
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What do you need to set up an at-home astrophotography platform?
Astrophotography is a rich and rewarding hobby, but the barrier to entry can be intimidating for beginners. The dizzying array of choices is a boon…
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