Some of the best locations for studying the cosmos can be found in Latin America. From centuries-old solar observatories in Mexico to cutting-edge radio telescopes in the Andes, the region has been the site of many exciting astronomical discoveries and space research.
Science Friday and El País: América Futura are collaborating on a 7-week newsletter focusing on astronomy and space science from Latin America. Each week, subscribers will receive a story on topics such as how satellites are monitoring deforestation in the Amazon, the future of astronomy in Puerto Rico following the collapse of the Arecibo telescope, and new research conducted by Latin American women.
Each story will be available in both English and Spanish, making the content accessible to a wider audience. The newsletter is set to launch on May 22nd.
Santiago Flórez, Science Friday’s community manager, will be the writer behind the newsletter. With a background in teaching, anthropology, and journalism, Santiago is passionate about sharing stories from the world of science with the public.