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Sep 2023
26m 55s

S26E111: Space Probes, New Planets, and ...

Stuart Gary
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**SpaceTime with Stuart Gary Series 26 Episode 111 Show Notes** 1. **Parker Solar Probe's Venus Flyby:** Dive into the details of the Parker Solar Probe's recent gravity-assist flyby of Venus. This maneuver has propelled the spacecraft into a series of record-setting flights around the Sun commencing this month. 2. **Discovery of 50 New Exoplanets:** Astronomers have unveiled a significant discovery! Explore the treasure trove of 50 new exoplanets located in our galactic neighborhood. These celestial bodies orbit stars distinct from our Sun. 3. **NASA's SpaceX Crew-6 Safe Return:** After an impressive 186 days in orbit, NASA's SpaceX Crew-6 has made a triumphant return. Learn about their safe splashdown in the North Atlantic Ocean, near Jacksonville, Florida. 4. **The Science Report: Autism's Eye Contact Study:** Delve into a groundbreaking study that investigates the reasons behind the lack of eye contact in individuals with autism. 5. **Plants & Toxic Fumes:** Discover the remarkable ability of plants to efficiently eliminate toxic petrol fumes from the environment. 6. **New Water Ice Discovery:** Scientists have made a breakthrough by identifying a novel type of water ice. Uncover the significance of this discovery. 7. **Skeptic's Guide to Apophenia:** Navigate the intriguing world of apophenia with our comprehensive guide tailored for skeptics. Tune in to "SpaceTime with Stuart Gary" for these exciting topics and more!

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