NASA scientists inspire Scots pupils to reach for the moon with space careers

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Secondary school pupils have been inspired to reach for the moon and launch their future careers as space explorers after meeting NASA scientists.Dozens of the world's leading moon experts landed in Scotland this week for the European Lunar Symposium (ELS).The group met with 100 secondary pupils from across Dumfries and Galloway, who were given the unique opportunity to participate in a wide range of interactive workshops and career seminars, led by staff from NASA and Japan’s space agency JAXA.Hosted by The Open University in Scotland, the ELS brings together 150 of the brightest minds in Moon science and exploration to share and discuss the latest research and innovations.Pupils were able to examine moon rocks, an 8kg meteorite which was recovered from the Namibian desert and discussed the practicalities of building on the Moon.

They also learned of lunar ice mining, new geology insights from Moon rocks and fresh theories that aim to solve the mystery of the age of the Moon.It is hoped the scheme will encourage bright youngsters to pursue careers in lunar science and the space industry.

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