
Astronauts Report Profound Shift in Worldview After Spaceflight
Astronauts like Ron Garan report a profound cognitive shift, known as the 'overview effect,' after viewing Earth from space, leading to calls for new global priorities.
Eleanor Vance is a culture and science correspondent for Archeonis, focusing on the intersection of scientific discovery, history, and popular media. She covers influential figures in science and technology and their impact on literature, film, and public discourse.
Astronauts like Ron Garan report a profound cognitive shift, known as the 'overview effect,' after viewing Earth from space, leading to calls for new global priorities.
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