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How do geographic information systems depend on space?

One of the great benefits of engaging with space is understanding Earth better. Data collected from satellites inform our understanding about the relationship between humanity…

Life Worlds

Why might argon be an indicator of extraterrestrial life?

Editor May 14, 2021 argon astrobiology astronomy bioindicators biosignatures chemistry ecology exoplanets geology planetary science

Astrobiology studies the origin, evolution, and possible distribution of life in the universe. One important aspect of astrobiology is the search for biosignatures and bioindicators.…

Machine Society

How can space law address artificial intelligence in space?

Editor May 7, 2021 air law Artificial Intelligence autonomy ethics human control law legal issues space Law space missions telecommunications law

One interesting development in the space sector is the rise of artificial intelligence. AI has long played an important role in space missions, and its…

Society

How do you communicate space science in Toronto?

Editor April 30, 2021 events lectures observation nights science communication space science The Astronomy and Space Exploration Society the University of Toronto Toronto University viewing nights

One important way to participate in humanity’s engagement with space is via space science communication. Directly advancing the frontiers of human knowledge as a scientist…

Society

How do we prevent conflict in space?

Editor April 23, 2021 conflict hacking militarization peace risk signal jamming the US Space Force war war fighting domains weapons

As more governments develop their military capabilities in space, there is growing concern that this increases the likelihood of international conflict in space. Space-based conflict…

Society

What role does “translanguaging” play in space?

Editor April 16, 2021 astronauts Communication cosmonauts English Japanese language runglish Russian the International Space Station translanguaging

Humanity’s engagement with space is often an international affair. In the case of the International Space Station, for instance, many countries have contributed to its…

Arts

How do you combine interests in dance and space science?

Editor April 9, 2021 creativity dance David Attenborough doctoral studies emotions passion performance space science the arts video

Science and art are sometimes perceived as being distinct from each other. Some people, though, embrace both science and art. With regards to space science…