Science Magazine Podcast
The origins of the dino-killing asteroid, and remapping the scientific enterprise
Aug 15, 2024
Elizabeth Culotta and Shraddha Chakradhar, both Deputy News Editors, explore the influential impact of colonial legacies on modern science, emphasizing the shift towards inclusivity in research methodologies, especially in the Global South. They discuss efforts to integrate local voices and perspectives into scientific practices. Mario Fischer-Gödde, a research scientist, dives into the origins of the Chicxulub asteroid, revealing insights about its unique geologic signatures and the implications for our understanding of Earth's history and potential asteroid resources.
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- The new series emphasizes how researchers in the Global South are addressing colonial legacies in scientific practices through inclusive collaboration.
- Research on the Chicxulub impactor sheds light on asteroid origins, enhancing our understanding of cosmic events and their impact history.
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