As space becomes increasingly important to our daily lives, it's critical that we understand and address the security risks. In this first of our Spin-Off Series, we are joined by astronomer Po Yen Liu to discuss space security and the DART project.

The DART (Double Asteroid Redirection Test) project is a joint mission between NASA and the European Space Agency (ESA) to test the effectiveness of deflecting an asteroid using a spacecraft.

During our discussion, we introduce how the project effects our understanding of asteroid deflection techniques and the potential implications for planetary defence. And we will delve into the issues of space security and their impact on the international relationship in addressing the challenges of space exploration in the next episode.

Tune in to hear from Po Yen Liu and our hosts as they explore the exciting world of space.

Contributors:

Editor/Producer: Yu Wei Chen

Guest: Po Yen Liu.

Hosted by: Yu Wei Chen and Mekhala Jambholkar with the contribution of Christopher Dunn and Fiora Laulan.