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202317 minGdoc-short

Scientific Research Indigenous Histories

North Star | Episode 1 | Observation

202317 minGdoc-short

Laurie Rousseau-Nepton, a Quebec-born Innu astrophysicist, leads a research project at the Canada-France-Hawaii Telescope while reflecting on her childhood in the Ashuapmushuan Wildlife Reserve.

Scientific Research Indigenous Histories

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Channel: NFB

North Star | Episode 1 | Observation

2023• 17 minG

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Laurie Rousseau-Nepton, a Quebec-born Innu astrophysicist, leads a research project at the Canada-France-Hawaii Telescope while reflecting on her childhood in the Ashuapmushuan Wildlife Reserve.

Synopsis

Laurie Rousseau-Nepton, a Quebec-born Innu astrophysicist, leads a significant research project at the Canada-France-Hawaii Telescope. Returning to the Ashuapmushuan Wildlife Reserve, she reconnects with her father and reflects on her childhood experiences that shaped her observational skills, essential for her work in astronomy. Directed by Patrick Bossé, this episode highlights the intersection of personal history and scientific pursuit, showcasing Rousseau-Nepton's contributions to the field and her cultural heritage.

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