Writing about space exploration is arguably as important as the exploration itself. Without communicating what has happened and why it matters, support for space exploration…
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What is astrobiology and how does one enter the field?
Astrobiology is a rapidly growing area of space science. It is characterized by interdisciplinarity, bringing together perspectives from various scientific fields. It also addresses one…
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What does Australia’s outback teach us about astrobiology?
How did life originate on Earth? This is still an open question. It is furthermore one that relates to the field of astrobiology – knowing…
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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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What are five books you should read about space philosophy?
Have you ever pondered the philosophical implications of space travel? Do you want to read about it, but don’t know where to start? That’s why…
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What are five great space science books you should read?
It is difficult to start reading about a new topic. Especially with regards to outer space, the line between science and pseudoscience can be hard…
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Floating in the Atmosphere: Sailplanes on Mars
Exploring Mars is tough. Robotic emissaries have been crawling over the planet’s surface for years, but they move slowly. Flying may be the next stage…
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How to Settle the Solar System
Space is marvelous but hostile. If humans intend to be spacefaring, we must identify and overcome major obstacles before colonizing our Solar System. Some think…
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Religion and Space Colonization
Religion and science are typically thought of as being like oil and water: they don’t mix well. But some individuals consider the intersection of the…
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The Martian Subsurface: A Shielded Environment for Life?
Among our solar system’s planets, Mars seems a likely spot for future human habitation. Elon Musk is developing an interplanetary vehicle that may someday…
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