Okay, let's just get it on the table. Space facts are fascinating, but so are space stories, real or otherwise. Under unreal comes science fiction, but let's not dismiss it too quickly. How many astronomers were first stimulated by watching Star Trek? Check out this page to learn more on this issue. Of course, we should leave room for skeptics. Nonetheless, I must admit I am enjoying the drama on Battlestar Galactica. Is it because of the hard science? No. In fact, the entire show is more like a Norse drama - "We will all die in the end, but drink up and prepare for another battle!" Still, we sometimes need the animation of possibility to become interested again in reality. Astronomers may seem like a dry lot, but they can be dreamers as well. In fact, I would not trust any group if it did not have space for dreamers. So let's keep our eyes open and our hopes high.
Friday, June 16
Yes, I Admit It...
Okay, let's just get it on the table. Space facts are fascinating, but so are space stories, real or otherwise. Under unreal comes science fiction, but let's not dismiss it too quickly. How many astronomers were first stimulated by watching Star Trek? Check out this page to learn more on this issue. Of course, we should leave room for skeptics. Nonetheless, I must admit I am enjoying the drama on Battlestar Galactica. Is it because of the hard science? No. In fact, the entire show is more like a Norse drama - "We will all die in the end, but drink up and prepare for another battle!" Still, we sometimes need the animation of possibility to become interested again in reality. Astronomers may seem like a dry lot, but they can be dreamers as well. In fact, I would not trust any group if it did not have space for dreamers. So let's keep our eyes open and our hopes high.
Monday, June 12
Mars Society is Meeting
The Mars Society has announced its 9th Annual International Mars Society Conference. The conference runs from August 3rd through the 6th. Speakers include Michael Griffin, NASA's Administrator. This is a way for enthusiasts to show their support for the Red Planet.
Thanks, Alberto
It is nice to see the shuttle being readied again. Unfortunately, the events may be delayed as tropical storm Alberto runs across the state. Space Shuttle Discovery is expected to launch on July 1 and stay up for about 12 days as the crew conducts repairs on the International Space Station. It is important that we get the shuttle back on track. However, as mentioned earlier on this page, we also need to be thinking post-shuttle. What is next?