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Purposeful Universe4 min read

12 Inspirational Science Quotes

Discover inspirational science quotes that reveal the harmony between science and faith, inspiring wonder and a deeper search for meaning in the universe.
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Purposeful Universe1 min read

Alexander Vilenkin: Did the Universe have a Beginning?

Was there a beginning of the universe? Physicist Dr. Alexander Vilenkin refutes some scientific models that argue for a universe without a beginning.
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Maggie Ciskanik, M.S., MSc.2 min read

A Review of Christ, Science, and Reason

Discover Fr. Spitzer's latest book, Christ, Science, and Reason, where complex faith questions meet scientific inquiry.
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Purposeful Universe2 min read

Are We Alone in the Universe?

Are we alone in the universe? The possibility of extraterrestrial life can make human life feel insignificant. For Dr. Öberg, the opposite is true.
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Maggie Ciskanik, M.S., MSc.10 min read

Learning to Trust in Science

Should we trust in science? Maggie Ciskanik explores the reasons for mistrust in science and why we should continue to trust it.
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Purposeful Universe2 min read

A Harvard Astrochemist on Why Cosmology Matters

Karin Öberg shares why cosmology matters by explaining that an accurate cosmology is necessary for understanding the nature of the creator of the cosmos.
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Maggie Ciskanik, M.S., MSc.5 min read

Solar Science in the News

Two spacecrafts are part of NASA’s Living With a Star program (LWS). These missions collect data that will increase our understanding of solar weather.
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Purposeful Universe1 min read

Types of Telescopes [VIDEOS]

In these videos, Dr. Jennifer Wiseman provides insightful information about the different types of telescopes and their purposes.
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Karin Öberg’s Spiritual and Professional Pursuit of Finding E.T.

Harvard Astrochemist Karin Öberg hopes we find extraterrestrial life for both professional and spiritual reaasons.
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Purposeful Universe1 min read

The Purposeful Lab: Are We Alone or Is There Life on Other Planets?

Karin Öberg discusses her personal journey in faith and science, her career at Harvard University, and seeks to answer 'are we alone?'
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Maggie Ciskanik, M.S., MSc.4 min read

Rivers on Mars and Water Vapor in the Asteroid

New evidence indicates there could have been rivers on Mars and water vapor in the asteroid. Water is associated with the possibility of life on Mars.
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Trappist 1: James Webb Space Telescope's Mother-Daughter Team [VIDEO]

The Trappist 1 System is a planetary system that NASA’s mother-daughter team, Natalia and Natasha Batalha, will study. Watch this video to learn more.
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