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How to Adapt Humans to Life in Space and Still Look After Planet Earth

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Explore the fascinating intersection of space exploration and Earth stewardship in this 15-minute TEDxBoston talk by Dava Newman, director of the MIT Media Lab. Discover the latest data and insights from Mars, learn about the challenges of adapting humans for life on the red planet, and understand how space research can contribute to addressing critical issues on Earth. Delve into cutting-edge scientific research at MIT Media Lab that is bringing space travel closer to reality, while also developing tools and data models to tackle biodiversity loss and climate change. Gain insight into an innovative AI and machine learning project that translates vast amounts of Earth observation data into an accessible interface, allowing individuals to understand the potential impacts of climate change at a neighborhood level. Listen as Newman, a former NASA Deputy Administrator and accomplished aerospace engineer, shares her vision for the future of space exploration and its implications for our home planet.

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How to adapt humans to life in space (and still look after planet Earth) | Dava Newman | TEDxBoston


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