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On the problem of astronomy and popular prejudices: the case of ancient astronomers and NASA funding

Space Sciences

On the problem of astronomy and popular prejudices: the case of ancient astronomers and NASA funding

E. Panagiotarakou

This paper, conducted by Eleni Panagiotarakou, delves into the biases that both ancient and modern astronomers have faced, drawing parallels between the historical struggles of natural philosophers like Thales of Miletus and NASA's current challenges in proving the practical value of its research.

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Abstract
This paper explores the popular prejudices faced by ancient and modern astronomers. It examines Thales of Miletus through ancient texts and NASA's funding history, public opinion, and spinoff reports. The findings suggest that NASA's efforts to justify its existence through practical outcomes mirror the experience of ancient natural philosophers who were perceived as lacking practical significance.
Publisher
Humanities & Social Sciences Communications
Published On
Aug 27, 2020
Authors
Eleni Panagiotarakou
Tags
astronomy
NASA
Thales of Miletus
public opinion
natural philosophy
practical significance
spinoff reports

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