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202317 minGdoc-short

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North Star

202317 minGdoc-short

Laurie Rousseau-Nepton, a Quebec-born Innu astrophysicist, leads a significant research project at the Canada-France-Hawaii Telescope while inspiring high-school girls with her unique perspective.

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Peter Greenaway

Channel: NFB

North Star

2023• 17 minG

Synopsis

Laurie Rousseau-Nepton, a Quebec-born Innu astrophysicist, leads a significant research project at the Canada-France-Hawaii Telescope while inspiring high-school girls with her unique perspective.

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Peter Greenaway

Peter Greenawaydirector

Isabelle Pasco

Isabelle Pascocast

John Gielgud

John Gielgudcast

Chris Wyatt

Chris Wyattcast

Synopsis

Laurie Rousseau-Nepton, a Quebec-born Innu astrophysicist, leads a significant research project at the Canada-France-Hawaii Telescope. Her unique perspective, shaped by both Innu culture and scientific expertise, informs her work and outreach efforts. In this episode, she serves as an inspiring guest speaker for four high-school girls, sharing insights that bridge traditional knowledge and modern science. Directed by Patrick Bossé, "North Star | Episode 5 | Origins" highlights the intersection of culture and academia in the field of astrophysics.

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