Sarah Hoffschwelle Cooper
A space writer who loves exploring the universe not through a telescope, but through words by translating complex science into stories that spark curiosity and wonder.
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How do astronauts sleep in space?
While the basic idea is still the same, there are a number of complications that can make sleep difficult in space, which astronauts have to adjust to.
How To Sell Meteorites
Meteorites have become particularly popular and sought after. But how do you know if that strange rock is in fact, a meteorite? How would you go about selling it?
How much money do astronauts make
The requirements to become an astronaut are extremely rigorous. Does their salary match the difficulty of their profession?
What is in The Night Sky in November
Planning is the key to productive stargazing adventures. So, what’s the schedule for November 2022? What is visible throughout the month?
What is the farthest planet from the sun?
The dim, cold, windy world named after the Roman god of the sea takes the prize as the farthest planet from the Sun. What’s it like?
How do astronauts train for zero-gravity environments?
How do astronauts train for space, particularly the zero gravity/ microgravity environment that is so different from the gravity we live in here on Earth?
The different types of telescopes explained
Telescopes allow us to observe distant objects in the sky. While the options may seem overwhelming, there are actually only three basic types of telescopes.
How big is the International Space Station?
You may have seen the ISS as a tiny point of light in the night sky, but in reality, the infamous space station is much bigger than you may think.
The Different Types of Galaxies in The Universe
Over the centuries, we have been able to classify the different parts of our universe, including the massive islands of stars that we call galaxies.