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Search for life on other planets a chance to see ‘the glory of God’
The unresolved question of whether life exists on other planets continues to spark curiosity from the public and the interest of scientists — but one Catholic physicist working on missions to search for potential life also recognises it as an opportunity to see the glory of God. Source: CNA.
Nuclear engineer says latest research confirms authenticity of Shroud of Turin
For centuries, Christians have attributed a first-century date to the Shroud of Turin. Nuclear engineer Robert Rucker says that his latest research on the shroud verifies that. Source: CNA.
Shroud’s blood stains consistent with crucifixion: study
A new study from an Italian researcher that analysed the blood on the Shroud of Turin has found that the stains are consistent with the torture and crucifixion of Jesus Christ as described in the Gospels. Source: CNA.
Researchers claim Vatican archives hold UFO secrets
A group of scientists and researchers are seeking access to the Vatican Apostolic Archives to uncover information about UFOs and the paranormal. Source: CNS.
Research calls for ‘real world’ overhaul of STEM curriculum
Academics are calling for the science curriculum to be overhauled, after an Australian Catholic University study found topics taught in classrooms have “little relevance to students’ lives” and real-world problems. Source: Herald Sun.
New telescope reshaping ideas about how universe began
Orbiting the sun nearly 1.6 million kms from Earth, the James Webb Space Telescope is reshaping the way scientists understand the universe and its origins, astronomers have told a Vatican-sponsored meeting. Source: CNS.
Exploring the benefits and pitfalls of artificial intelligence
Artificial intelligence has exploded in popularity in the past 12 months, but some prominent thinkers are warning against its adoption on ethical grounds, the Assembly of Catholic Professionals in Brisbane heard last week. Source: The Catholic Leader.
Australian Jesuit astronomer looks to the heavens
When is an astronomer not really an astronomer? When he has trouble distinguishing Venus from Sirius. But Matthew Pinson SJ explains why that didn’t cloud his recent experience at the Vatican Observatory Summer School. Source: Australian Jesuits.
Indian bishops over the moon with lunar mission
India’s Catholic bishops have lauded scientists and technicians of the Indian Space Research Organisation for the successful landing of Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft on the lunar surface. Source: UCA News.