"The cosmos is within us. We are made of star-stuff. We are a way for the universe to know itself."

Carl Sagan (1934 - 1996)
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About Carl Sagan

Carl Sagan was an American astronomer, astrophysicist, and author who played a significant role in popularizing science. He was born in 1934 in Brooklyn, New York. Sagan made numerous contributions to the field of astronomy and planetary science, including research on extraterrestrial life, the greenhouse effect on Venus, and the possibility of nuclear winter. He is best known for his work as a science communicator, hosting the television series 'Cosmos: A Personal Voyage' that reached millions worldwide, inspiring a new generation of scientists and thinkers. Sagan's passion for science and exploration continues to influence and inspire people today, long after his death in 1996.

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