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Don't Miss: Asteroids is a cracking book about our future in space

7 July 2021

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Asteroids and their valuable raw materials are our next frontier, says astrophysicist Martin Elvis. In his new book on asteroid exploration, he explains the motives and reasoning behind this expensive and unforgiving endeavour.

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What Listening Knows at Messums Wiltshire, UK, is an installation by Australian artists Sonia Leber and David Chesworth. It is built around the soundscapes of the Wiltshire countryside. Don’t forget to ask about the virtual tour.

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Gravitational, a virtual reality game from Studica Solution for the HTC Vive headset, turns access issues faced by a wheelchair user into an ingenious sci-fi thriller. It is an unusual experience for everyone. Toy with gravity at your peril!

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