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Jacob Bleacher - Nasa Chief Exploration Scientist

Duration: 30 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC NewsLatest broadcast: on BBC News Channel HD

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Scientists have discovered water on the sunlit surface of the moon for the first time, but does it matter? The moon is back in vogue in terms of space exploration - the US says it will put astronauts back on the lunar surface by 2024. It's supposed to be the precursor to a manned mission to Mars. Stephen Sackur speaks to Jacob Bleacher, chief exploration scientist at Nasa. In this time of pandemic and climate change here on Earth, is space exploration a potential lifeline or a massive vanity project? Show less

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Interviewer:
Stephen Sackur
Interviewed Guest:
Jacob Bleacher

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