NASA wants astronaut boots back on the Moon ASAP.  

However, the next step isn’t just touching back down, but looking to set up some sort of settlement so humans can stick around.  

But the Moon is NOT Earth and there are some pretty harsh conditions on the lunar surface, meaning building safe havens is absolutely critical for a long-term stay. 

Dr Sophie Calabretto talks to Cosmos Magazine journalist Jacinta Bowler about building on the Moon, what sort of structures we’re looking at and whether a full on Moon base is even possible. 

NASA wants astronaut boots back on the Moon ASAP.  
However, the next step isn’t just touching back down, but looking to set up some sort of settlement so humans can stick around.  
But the Moon is NOT Earth and there are some pretty harsh conditions on the lunar surface, meaning building safe havens is absolutely critical for a long-term stay. 
Dr Sophie Calabretto talks to Cosmos Magazine journalist Jacinta Bowler about building on the Moon, what sort of structures we’re looking at and whether a full on Moon base is even possible.

This is The Science Briefing, a podcast about the science of everything and your new go-to podcast for your snapshot of science news. Hosted by Dr Sophie Calabretto and featuring journalists from Cosmos Magazine, The Science Briefing brings you the latest research in technology, health, climate, physics, artificial intelligence, space and more. Hear what’s making news in science in Australia and across the globe every Tuesday and Thursday. Search The Science Briefing, or download the LiSTNR app to listen for free. 

This is The Science Briefing, a podcast about the science of everything and your new go-to podcast for your snapshot of science news. Hosted by Dr Sophie Calabretto and featuring journalists from Cosmos Magazine, The Science Briefing brings you the latest research in technology, health, climate, physics, artificial intelligence, space and more. Hear what’s making news in science in Australia and across the globe every Tuesday and Thursday. Search The Science Briefing, or download the LiSTNR app to listen for free.

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