A Story of Science and Friendship

A Story of Science and Friendship

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Interactive Video

Science, Biology, History

9th - 12th Grade

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Compton Tucker, a NASA Earth scientist, shares his experiences and memories of his close friend and collaborator, Piers Sellers. Piers, an Earth scientist and astronaut, took mementos of Compton's into space and contributed significantly to climate science. Despite his terminal diagnosis, Piers remained dedicated to his work. The video highlights their friendship, Piers' space missions, and his lasting impact on climate science. It concludes with a tribute to Piers' leadership and an interview where Piers reflects on his friendship with Compton.

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