#02 Ariel Ekblaw on the Intersection of Physics, AI, Philosophy, and Ethics in Space Exploration 

22/09/2025 46 min Temporada 1 Episodio 2

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Ariel Ekblaw, PhD, founder and CEO of Aurelia Institute, joins Nick Dirks in the second episode of Shaping Science to discuss the complexity and promise of modern space exploration. Dr. Ekblaw talks about the work her nonprofit is doing in developing “space LEGOs” to create customizable space structures for humans, the utility of zero gravity for medical applications, and her thoughts on democratizing space travel to make it as accessible as possible.  Shaping Science is made possible with the generous support of Tata Sons. For more info, visit: nyas.org/ideas-insights/podcasts/  Also read from Dr. Ekblaw: https://on.ft.com/4gJuSkx