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The Center for Planetary Science and Exploration is dedicated to advancing knowledge, exploration, and education about the solar system and its planetary bodies. The center unites the university\u2019s experts in science, engineering, and education, and aims to build internal and external collaborative projects to deepen humanity\u2019s understanding of the Solar System. Through this work, we strive to advance scientific discoveries and innovative applications on planet Earth and beyond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cExploration is in our nature. We began as wanderers, and we are wanderers still. We have lingered long enough on the shores of the cosmic ocean. We are ready at last to set sail for the stars.\u201d<\/p>\nCarl Sagan<\/span>
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