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Sleeping in Space: Overcoming Unique Challenges for Astronauts

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Sleeping in Space: Overcoming Unique Challenges for Astronauts Summary Sleeping in space is a crucial and unique experience for astronauts to carry out their jobs efficiently. A former NASA astronaut, Mike Massimino, explains the differences between sleeping on Earth and in space. Astronauts face unique challenges regarding sleep on space missions. Their sleeping space is …

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Facial Recognition Technology: Weighing the Benefits against the Risks

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Facial Recognition Technology: Weighing the Benefits against the Risks Summary Facial recognition technology is being used in various settings, but its use by governments for law enforcement and surveillance purposes is creating concerns among lawmakers and civil rights groups. While the technology has benefits such as improving law enforcement efficiency and speeding up crime resolution, …

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Facial Recognition Technology: Benefits and Concerns

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Facial Recognition Technology: Benefits and Concerns Summary In this article, we discuss the use of facial recognition technology in various fields, including law enforcement, advertising, and education. While the technology has its benefits, such as quick and efficient suspect searches, there are concerns about misidentification, potential biases, invasion of privacy, and the impact on certain …

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The Power of Maps in Communicating the Urgency of Climate Change

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The Power of Maps in Communicating the Urgency of Climate Change Summary Climate change is an unprecedented threat to humanity, but it can be challenging to relay its severity to the general public. Matt Fitzpatric created an interactive map that showcases what the future climate of various cities might be. The map demonstrates that maps …

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Interactive Maps: Communicating the Threat of Climate Change

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Interactive Maps: Communicating the Threat of Climate Change Summary In this article, we discuss the use of interactive maps to communicate the threat of climate change to the public. These maps show the future climate of North American cities and how they will be affected by climate change, including the implications for public health. The …

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Mining the Moon: Opportunities, Challenges, and Legal Implications

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Mining the Moon: Opportunities, Challenges, and Legal Implications Summary Mining the moon has been an idea for over 50 years, but now it is becoming more feasible due to advances in technology. The moon has a variety of resources that could be used for everything from life support to rocket fuel. Robotic operations will begin …

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The Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence: A Q&A with Scientist Jill Tarter

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The Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence: A Q&A with Scientist Jill Tarter Summary In a fascinating discussion, scientist Jill Tarter talks about the prospects of discovering intelligent life on other planets and how we might interact with them. She emphasizes the need to share any evidence of alien intelligence with the world, to play by their …

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