One day each year, everyone on earth is invited to unite in order to observe and learn about the moon and its connection to planetary science. This special day, called International Observe the Moon Night (InOMN), is a NASA-sponsored, annual worldwide celebration of lunar science and exploration, and it’s a great opportunity to share personal […]
The following is an excerpt from The Science of Interstellar by Kip Thorne. Listen to SciFri on Friday, November 21, to hear Thorne and Interstellar director Christopher Nolan talk about the science behind the film. Click through the slideshow above to see more images and explanations from the movie. The science of Interstellar lies in […]
Introduction An image is a powerful tool for earth and space science instruction. By providing a visual representation of the physical world, a photograph can set the stage for a conversation about science and how it can be used to understand phenomena on earth—and beyond. Although images may be used throughout a class period, using an […]
In August of 1963, American illustrator John Schoenherr received a call from a science fiction magazine editor asking the artist to read what became Frank Herbert’s Dune. “Dune was one of those rare novels that inspired visions, great characters, and action, alien creatures never imagined, a planet whose starkness was particularly appealing to me,” Schoenherr later […]