We only recently determined that planets do in fact exist around other stars. The discovery of such “exoplanets” is of interest not just to science…
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Why do you popularize science on the sidewalk?
One aspect of engaging with space is developing scientific knowledge. Looking at the cosmos can be enhanced by understanding lessons learned from disciplines like astrophysics,…
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What relevance does sociology have for humanity’s engagement with space?
Humanity’s engagement with space is often framed as an area dominated by the so-called STEM disciplines: science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Social sciences play a…
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What does space smell like?
Space science communication often emphasizes the visual – photographs, videos, and paintings. Much more rarely is space science communicated via the perspective of smell. Yes,…
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What is it like writing about the search for life on Mars?
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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