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Role of Natural Science Studies in Space Exploration As humanity continues to explore the vast expanse of space, the contributions of natural science studies have become increasingly vital. From understanding the fundamental laws of physics to unraveling the mysteries of celestial bodies, the intersection of natural science and space exploration is at the forefront of humanity's quest for knowledge. In this article, we delve into the profound relationship between natural science studies and the space sector, highlighting their invaluable contributions and motivating aspiring scientists to embark on this captivating journey. Inspiring the Next Generation: The synergy between natural science studies and the space sector presents an exciting opportunity for aspiring scientists. By pursuing careers in physics, chemistry, biology, or earth sciences, individuals can contribute to humanity's collective efforts to explore and understand the cosmos. Whether it's conducting research in a laboratory, analyzing data from space missions, or designing future spacecraft, there are endless possibilities for those passionate about both natural science and space exploration. The relationship between natural science studies and the space sector is symbiotic, with each reinforcing the other in our quest to unravel the mysteries of the universe. By fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and inspiring the next generation of scientists, we can continue to push the boundaries of knowledge and pave the way for humanity's journey to the stars. Let us embrace the wonders of natural science and space exploration, for together, they hold the key to unlocking the secrets of the cosmos. #sedsyarl #awareness #space

What would you bring with you to a desert planet? Here's what our speaker Thomas (Spirit Tree) Green has to say. Join the discussion on May 24 at 1PM ET at "Space Travel with Earth Wisdom," our research symposium featuring researchers who are working at the intersection of space science, ecology, sustainability and machine learning. View the agenda and register here: http://spr.ly/6045d4WRX This Focused Research Program event is organized by Boston University's Hariri Institute for Computing supported by Boston University's Department of Astronomy, Department of Computer Science, Department of Earth & Environment, and Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. #space #science #ecology #sustainability #ML #machine_learning

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📢 Recap: The 2024 North Carolina Space Symposium explored Earth from space and emphasized the importance of #studentresearch and #openscience! Read about it❗️ https://lnkd.in/eZvQbDba

What would you bring with you to a desert planet? Here's what our speaker Kenn Sebesta has to say. Join the discussion on May 24 at 1PM ET at "Space Travel with Earth Wisdom," our research symposium featuring researchers who are working at the intersection of space science, ecology, sustainability and machine learning. View the agenda and register here: http://spr.ly/6049dzhsc This Focused Research Program event is organized by Boston University's Hariri Institute for Computing supported by Boston University's Department of Astronomy, Department of Computer Science, Department of Earth & Environment, and Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. #space #science #ecology #sustainability #ML #machine_learning

Congratulations to University of Wyoming School of Computing Assistant Professor @Di Yang on being awarded a NASA Early Career Investigator Program grant to study how land-use decisions on Western U.S. forests have affected fire activity! “I am thrilled and deeply grateful to receive this prestigious grant,” Yang says. “We’re going to be time-traveling through satellite and aerial images, uncovering the untold stories of how our actions in the past have shaped the wildfires we face today.” The three-year project, funded by NASA’s Earth Science Division, is titled “Evaluating long-term impacts of land-use transformation on fire regimes over western U.S. Forest.” It will leverage an unprecedented fusion of historical and modern NASA Earth observation data to study how land-use changes have altered fire activity. “The project aims to address critical knowledge gaps about the long-term legacy impacts of human-driven landscape changes, such as logging, agriculture and development, on contemporary wildfire patterns,” Yang says. By integrating diverse NASA datasets spanning over 60 years, Yang and her team will examine the complex interactions between historical land use and fire regime shifts across broad ecological gradients in the West. Discover more about this exciting research at https://bit.ly/3JgJTKE.

What would you bring with you to a desert planet? Here's what our speaker, Botanist Judith Sumner, has to say. Join the discussion on May 24 at 1PM ET at "Space Travel with Earth Wisdom," our research symposium featuring researchers who are working at the intersection of space science, ecology, sustainability and machine learning. View the agenda and register here: http://spr.ly/6043jPMut This Focused Research Program event is organized by Boston University's Hariri Institute for Computing supported by Boston University's Department of Astronomy, Department of Computer Science, Department of Earth & Environment, and Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. #space #science #ecology #sustainability #ML #machine_learning

📃Scientific paper: Astronomy, Doughnuts, and Carrying Capacity Abstract: I examine the applicability of ecological concepts in discussing issues related to space environmentalism. Terms such as "ecosystem"", "carrying capacity"", and "tipping point" are either ambiguous or well defined but not applicable to orbital space and its contents; using such terms uncritically may cause more confusion than enlightenment. On the other hand, it may well be fruitful to adopt the approach of the Planetary Boundaries Framework, defining trackable metrics that capture the damage to the space environment. I argue that the key metric is simply the number of Anthropogenic Space Objects (ASOs), rather than for example their reflectivity, which is currently doubling every 1.7 years; we are heading towards degree scale separation. Overcrowding of the sky is a problem astronomers and satellite operators have in common. ;Comment: Seven pages, two figures. To be published in "Astronomy and Satellite Constellations: Pathways Forward", proceedings of IAU Symposium 385, eds. C.Walker, D.Turnshek, P.Grimley, D.Galadi-Enriquez, and M.Aube. For consistency with IAU policy, the version posted here is the submitted text under review Continued on ES/IODE ➡️ https://etcse.fr/hzD ------- If you find this interesting, feel free to follow, comment and share. We need your help to enhance our visibility, so that our platform continues to serve you.

 Quantitative Criteria for Defining Planets - ABSTRACT :"The current IAU definition of “planet” is problematic because it is vague and excludes exoplanets. Here, we describe aspects of quantitative planetary taxonomy and examine the results of unsupervised clustering of Solar System bodies to guide the development of possible classification frameworks. Two unsurprising conclusions emerged from the clustering analysis: (1) satellites are distinct from planets and (2) dynamical dominance is a natural organizing principle for planetary taxonomy. To generalize an existing dynamical dominance criterion, we adopt a universal clearing timescale applicable to all central bodies (brown dwarfs, stars, and stellar remnants). Then, we propose two quantitative, unified frameworks to define both planets and exoplanets. The first framework is aligned with both the IAU definition of planet in the Solar System and the IAU working definition of an exoplanet. The second framework is a simpler mass-based framework that avoids some of the difficulties ingrained in current IAU recommendations. " 1 Department of Earth, Planetary, and Space Sciences, University of California, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA 2 Department of Physics and Astronomy, University of California, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA 3 Department of Physics and Astronomy, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, V6T 1Z1, Canada 4 Chaparral High School, Temecula, CA 92591, USA Jean-Luc Margot 1 2  ,Brett Gladman 3, Tony Yang 4 https://lnkd.in/eSdw7x_T

Humans in space! This continues to have implications for social-scientific education and research in concert with the STEM fields and disciplines. It is important at this time in history to expand the interdisciplinary inclusivity involving all relevant sciences and fields related to space exploration and especially future space settlement. (#astrosociology)