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August 22, 2023

Sustainability is often an afterthought in space exploration – that needs to change as the industry grows

Priyanka Dhopade, University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau; Carolle Varughese, University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau; Lena Henry, University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau; Sarah Hendrica Bickerton, University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau, and Te Kahuratai Moko-Painting, University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau

Space exploration is often propelled by competition, driven by national pride and with little thought about consequence. It is time to consider space as a commons, not just a resource to exploit.

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June 15, 2023

Indigenous knowledge is increasingly valued, but to fully respect it we need to decolonise science – here’s how

Te Kahuratai Moko-Painting, University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau and Tara McAllister, Te Herenga Waka — Victoria University of Wellington

The concept of pūtaiao envisions a way of conducting science led by Māori and firmly embedded in the values of a Māori worldview. It offers a way towards decolonising the research system in general.

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