Articles by Scott Dutfield, Contributor

Scott is a staff writer for How It Works magazine and has previously written for other science and knowledge outlets, including BBC Wildlife magazine, World of Animals magazine, Space.com and All About History magazine. Scott has a masters in science and environmental journalism and a bachelor's degree in conservation biology degree from the University of Lincoln in the U.K. During his academic and professional career, Scott has participated in several animal conservation projects, including English bird surveys, wolf monitoring in Germany and leopard tracking in South Africa.

Articles by: Scott Dutfield

An artist's illustration of terrestrial planets

Terrestrial planets: Definition & facts about the inner planets and beyond

By Katharine Gammon, Scott Dutfield published 17 January 22

Reference Rocky surfaces and molten cores are what the four inner planets of the solar system have in common

The Inspiration4 crew poses for a selfie in the cupola of their SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft.

Inspiration4: The first all-civilian spaceflight on SpaceX Dragon

By Vicky Stein, Scott Dutfield published 5 January 22

REFERENCE Inspiration4 was the world's first orbital spaceflight unsupervised by professional astronauts, using commercial equipment to launch civilian space enthusiasts into orbit.

Graphic illustration of Einstein's theory of general relativity showing two spheres in close proximity and a series of ripples emanating from them.

What is the theory of general relativity?

By Nola Taylor Tillman, Meghan Bartels, Scott Dutfield last updated 14 May 23

Reference Albert Einstein's theory of general relativity is based on the idea that massive objects cause a distortion in space-time, which is felt as gravity.

Professor Stephen Hawking speaks about "Why We Should Go into Space" for the NASA Lecture Series, April 21, 2008

Stephen Hawking biography: Theories, books & quotes

By Nola Taylor Tillman, Daisy Dobrijevic last updated 13 May 23

Reference Delve into the life and theories of Stephen Hawking; one of the greatest theoretical physicists in history.

Record-high astronaut applications overwhelm European Space Agency

By Scott Dutfield published 31 August 21

ESA is asking over 23,000 astronaut hopefuls for patience.

A microwave-powered rocket? Drone project suggests it may be possible

By Scott Dutfield published 22 August 21

Scientists have demonstrated that beamed microwaves can be converted to electricity to power drones.

Earth rocks collected in 19th century hold clues to finding water on Mars

By Scott Dutfield published 17 August 21

By studying rocks on Earth, researchers suggest that their Martian counterparts could also have water trapped within them.

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