There isn't much about this iconic photo that hasn't already been said. It, more than anything other than the Earthrise photo, defines our place in the Universe. It is for this reason that the photo … [Read more...]
Space Shuttle External Fuel Tank in San Diego
Since my responsibilities teaching astronomy at Saddleback College prevented me from visiting Los Angeles to see Space Shuttle Endeavour make her way through the streets, I am planning to see this … [Read more...]
“The Martian” connection to Apollo 12
"...Rich Purnell is a steely-eyed missile man." I had the very great pleasure of seeing, "The Martian," starring Matt Damon for the second time this past weekend. As a space scientist and … [Read more...]
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