Cathy Plesko, Ph.D. Latest articles by Cathy Plesko, Ph.D. Stopping an Earth-Bound Asteroid in its Tracks (Op-Ed) By Cathy Plesko, Ph.D. published 18 April 19 Fortunately, we're getting to the point where we can see potentially hazardous objects coming — and maybe even do something about it. Asteroids Get the Space.com NewsletterBreaking space news, the latest updates on rocket launches, skywatching events and more!Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors MORE FROM SPACE...1Cyclones on Jupiter and a moon with flowing magma: NASA Juno probe's latest discoveries are awesome2Petzl Tikka Core headlamp review3A thousand stars are fleeing home in a hurry, and scientists don't know why4New Horizons' new map of the galaxy | Space photo of the day for April 30, 20255NASA has used the US military for astronaut rescue for decades. So why ask private companies for help now?
Stopping an Earth-Bound Asteroid in its Tracks (Op-Ed) By Cathy Plesko, Ph.D. published 18 April 19 Fortunately, we're getting to the point where we can see potentially hazardous objects coming — and maybe even do something about it.