Brazil's Cosmic Rock Stars
An all-female Brazilian research group, As Meteoriticas, is dedicated to collecting and preserving meteorites across Brazil, contributing to scientific study and public awareness amid growing local interest in space rocks.
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"Risks of Moon Strip Mining Highlighted by Experts"
Astronomers are warning against the rush to mine the Moon, citing the potential dire consequences for scientific study and the need to preserve precious lunar sites. A working group is set to meet with the United Nations to discuss strengthening space laws to prevent a lunar gold rush. While the prospect of mining the Moon's resources is tantalizing, experts emphasize the importance of preserving parts of the Moon for scientific research, as decisions made today will shape future behavior on the Moon.