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Space Law

A friend of mine recently asked me if he should be concerned about China’s current attempt to grow biological life, in the form of plant seeds, on the Moon. Here’s my response.

Brian Berg February 1, 2019

Computer Data Centers in Outer Space

Computers and outer space go hand in hand. Space travel accelerated the computing industry and computers are essential for manned and unmanned space travel. Read more here!

Richard Brounstein January 1, 2019

Contribution of Women to the field of Astrophysics and Astronomy

For most of its 25 years in space, the Hubble Space Telescope has been astounding people all around the world with its beautiful images. Its scientific instruments have revolutionized our understanding of the universe and its history. But this is not an article about the Hubble Space Telescope; rather someone we have to thank for clearing the pathway for its success, and many other contributions she has made to NASA and understanding of astronomy.

Joshua Berman December 1, 2018

Contribution of Women to the field of Astrophysics and Astronomy Part 1

For generations women have not been permitted to participate in many of the fields that men have. It is only within the last few decades that

Joshua Berman November 1, 2018

Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star

Did you ever wonder why there are laser beams being emitted from ground-based observatories? No, not to irritate the constellations Lion and Lynx (I had

Matthias Schmitt October 1, 2018

ISS Transiting Jupiter

Transits are some of my favorite celestial events to photograph. Images of the ISS transiting the Moon or the Sun provide a unique perspective on

Arthur Franke September 1, 2018

Skylight – How I Produce Nifty Astro-Visualizations Related to Stuff You Can Actually See in the NYC Sky

AAA observers know that there’s a lot more to see in New York City skies than most people assume. To help encourage our fellow New

Irene Pease August 1, 2018

Punching Past Pollution: Target Selection Part 2

Last month I described how to determine whether and when a specific astronomical target, in this case the “Thor’s Helmet” nebula, will be accessible from

Mauri Rosenthal July 1, 2018

A Heap of Help for HEAF

On Saturday, April 14, 2018 I had the most enjoyable time visiting the children who attend HEAF, the Harlem Educational Activities Fund. Through an invite

Thomas Evangelist June 1, 2018

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