October 2021
Space in the movies – lessons for spacefarers
... to our understanding of life in space In terms of human issues, there is a plethora of cinema to choose from. While Gene Rodenberry’s iconic original Star Trek series boldly went where no physicist had gone before, there are forgivable reasons...
January 2023
Evolving human space culture – reflections on humanity’s cultural potential in space
... to space was supposed to be a celebration, but instead, it felt like a funeral”. Very sobering statements indeed, from this iconic and enduring space culture influencer. Seeing the positives At this very moment, everything around us is riding along...
September 2023
From the Earth to Mars
... at long last walking on the lunar surface launched von Braun into the rarefied atmosphere of celebrated American icon, one who reflected the can-do spirit of so many immigrant visionaries. But still, von Braun was not...
October 2024
Space exploration remains a crucial endeavour for humanity
... only a monumental technological feat but also a crucial moment that inspired countless individuals to dream big. The iconic images and stories of astronauts walking on the lunar surface left a lasting impression, encouraging a generation to pursue...
October 2024
Spaceport America’s road to the future
... spaceport for point–to-point space transportation, space tourism, aerospace operations, research development and testing The iconic terminal hangar facility was designed by London-based architectural firm Foster + Partners with emphasis on a one...
09 July 2015
Discovery of a five-star solar system in Ursa Major highlights mystery of proto-stellar disk fragmentation
..., one of the co-authors of a report on the unusual system at the UK National Astronomy Meeting, was of course referencing the iconic binary sunset scene from Star Wars: According to a statement made by Dr. Lohr, any potential planets within the...
