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Rebecca Charbonneau, "Mixed Signals: Alien Communication Across the Iron Curtain" (Polity, 2024)

New Books in Science, Technology, and Society

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Scientific Collaboration Behind the Iron Curtain

This chapter examines the collaboration between scientists like Carl Sagan and Yosef Shklovsky during the Cold War, showcasing how their friendship facilitated scientific exchange despite political tensions. It also discusses the fluctuating nature of scientific cooperation and its dual role in fostering international relationships while serving national interests.

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