IN BRIEF Evolution of cultural beliefs through cosmic discoveries Influence of astronomy on mythologies and the arts Contribution of Arab astronomers to modern science Impact of observatories on urban planning and the environment Close relationship between astronomy and education of the youth Popular culture and representation of celestial objects Time measurement influenced by celestial cycles … Read more
IN BRIEF Space research and its scientific implications Applications of Earth sciences in the economy Advances in astronomy and astrophysics Studies of exoplanets and their potential for life Improvement of geochemical measurements with extraterrestrial matter Role of navigation systems in space missions Impact of new technologies on scientific research The sciences of the universe play … Read more
IN BRIEF Space debris: Growing problem since the beginning of the space age. Causes: Explosions in orbit, leftover fuel, and inactive objects. Monitoring: Use of modern tools to track space objects. Regulation: Enforcement of the 25-year rule for satellites. Solutions: Deorbiting techniques to eliminate debris. New technologies: Essential role of AI in debris management. New … Read more
IN BRIEF High costs: Significant investments for technologies and infrastructures. Safety: Inherent risks of space travel. Sustainability: Environmental impact of space tourism. Weightlessness: Effects on the human body, such as muscle atrophy. Limited access: Mainly reserved for a financial elite. Technological advances: Development of new spacecraft. Ecology: A major challenge for the future of space … Read more
IN SHORT Role of private companies in the transformation of the space industry Emergence of New Space and its impact on research Scientific ethics in the face of privatization Importance of technological advancements in space exploration Billionaires and their influence on space missions Space conquest and associated political issues Interaction between the private sector and … Read more
IN BRIEF State of matter: Plasma, the fourth state after solid, liquid, and gaseous. Composition: Composed of electrons, ions, and neutral gases. Examples: Present in the sun and other stellar environments. Measurements: Conducted by space probes to study the dynamics of plasmas. Applications: Research in astrophysics and high-temperature plasma physics. Interactions: Influenced by external forces … Read more
IN BRIEF Planetary geology and exogeology explore the characteristics of other planets. Earth’s geology is unique, marked by processes such as plate tectonics. The interactions between tectonic plates affect climate and biodiversity. Volcanoes play a crucial role in the Earth’s geological cycle. Processes such as erosion and volcanism shape the landscape. Meteorites provide valuable clues … Read more
IN BRIEF Composition: Superfluid of neutrons, fluid of electrons, and superconducting protons. Density: Mass equivalent to 1.4 times that of the Sun, compressed into a sphere about 20 km in diameter. Rotation: Extremely fast rotations, periods generally varying around 30 milliseconds. Stellar remnant: Remains of a massive star that has exploded in a supernova. Gravitational … Read more
IN BRIEF ISS located at 400 km altitude Orbits the Earth at a speed of 8 km/s Length equivalent to a football field In orbit since 1998 Collaboration of sixteen countries Used for research in astrochemistry and exobiology Completes fifteen revolutions around the Earth per day Laboratory intended for scientific experiments The International Space Station … Read more
IN BRIEF Earth Observation: Monitoring environmental and climatic changes. Meteorology: Accurate weather forecasts using satellite data. Telecommunications: Fast transmission of information across the globe. Surveillance: Monitoring sensitive areas for public safety and national defense. Emergency Management: Assistance for rapid response during natural disasters. Scientific Exploration: Data collection for research and education. Artificial satellites have revolutionized … Read more