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Under One Sky - Our Humanity in the Stars

TEDx via YouTube

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Explore the fascinating intersection of astronomy and cultural heritage in this 16-minute TEDx talk by astronomer Dimitri Douchin. Delve into the rich history of sky mapping, from ancient Babylonians to modern collaborations with Australian Aboriginal communities. Discover how cultural astronomy reveals shared perspectives on celestial bodies across diverse cultures, exemplified by the widespread recognition of the Orion constellation. Learn about the importance of preserving dark skies and reducing light pollution to maintain our connection with the cosmos. Gain insights into how stargazing and astronomical knowledge contribute to our understanding of humanity as a whole, and reflect on the significance of caring for the sky as a means of nurturing our shared human experience.

Syllabus

The name of stars tell their history
Love story in colonisation times
Relearning Australian Aboriginal Astronomy
Orion and the Seven Sisters: a common heritage?
The human experience of stargazing
Constellations of the mind
Space and ground light pollution
Caring for the Sky, caring for humanity

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