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IFLScience The Big Questions: Would You Rather Go To Space Or The Bottom Of The Sea?

Discover the challenges and rewards of exploring space and the deep ocean.

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Dr. Alfredo Carpineti

Senior Staff Writer & Space Correspondent

Alfredo (he/him) has a PhD in Astrophysics on galaxy evolution and a Master's in Quantum Fields and Fundamental Forces.

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Deep space vs. the oceanic abyss – which one will you choose?

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The expanse of space and the oceanic abyss hold a fascination for humanity; extreme environments where our bodies and technology are pushed to their limits, yet we continue to explore. We take this tongue-in-cheek question seriously and pose it to astronauts and explorers who have done both.

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Join co-hosts Dr Alfredo Carpineti and Katy Evans as they share insights from space travelers and deep-sea visitors Luca Parmitano, Dr Kathy Sullivan, and Victor Vescovo on the challenges and rewards of exploring space and the deep ocean.

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